Voyage to the Volcano [Paperback]

Judith Stamper (Author), John Speirs (Illustrator)

Book Description

Publication Date: August 1, 2003 | Age Level: 4 and up | Grade Level: P and up | Series: Magic School Bus (Book 15)

Get ready for some serious science fun when the Friz takes the kids on an explosive journey into the heart of a volcano!

Hi, I'm Dorothy Ann, one of the kids in Ms. Frizzle's class. When we started learning about volcanoes, I thought we'd just be studying them in books -- but Ms. Frizzle had other ideas. She took us all the way to Hawaii, where we waded through lava and saw a real volcano blow its top. We had a great time -- even though the trip was sometimes almost too hot to handle! One thing's for sure: This was one explosive adventure that none of us will ever forget!

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 4 and up
  
• Paperback: 96 pages
• Publisher: Scholastic Inc. (August 1, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0439429358
• ISBN-13: 978-0439429351
• Product Dimensions: 7.5 x 5.3 x 0.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #62,053 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #67 in Books > 4-for-3 Books > Children's Books > Science, Nature & How It Works > General

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Learn about more than just volcanoes!, January 29, 2004

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Michelle (Stanford, Kentucky United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Voyage to the Volcano (Paperback)

'Voyage to the Volcano" would be a wonderful teaching tool in a science classroom. This book is full of interesting facts about volcanoes and other topics. Also, the presentation of facts submerged in a fictional story would keep the interest of a child.
Included in this book are amazing fun facts about volcanoes that I must admit I did not know. Also, facts are included on Hawaii and its various islands and volcanoes. For example, did you know that Hawaii has the most active volcano on Earth? Furthermore, facts are included about surfing and the formation of black sand beaches.
The presentation of the facts are made through a class full of children lead by adventuring Ms. Frizzle. The Friz, as the students call her, enjoys quizing the students and taking them on field trips in the amazing magic school bus. Students show a love for knowledge as they try to answer Ms. Frizzle's many questions and explore the Volcanoes National Park.
Children of various ages would enjoy this book whether it is read out loud to a class or individually by students. As a teacher, the only concern I have is the presentation of facts amid the narration of a story. Some children may become confused or overwhelmed by the information. It is probably best to use this book in conjunction with a classroom study of volcanoes. In addition, to aid in comprehension, teachers or parents should share the reading of this book and disuss the facts presented.

5.0 out of 5 stars kids loved it, December 21, 2011

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good price. kids loved it. magic school bus is a great series for learning readers. this book has a lot of big words for beginning readers to remember and understand. my personal opinion is 3rd grade and above for this book.

5.0 out of 5 stars good book for kids who love science, December 25, 2007

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annette montalbano "cobalt blue lover" (chicago, illinois) - See all my reviews
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the magic school bus series continues to be agood for kids and good for adults too