Volcanoes

by Duke

Overview

In Volcanoes, readers will learn all about the shapes and different types of volcanoes, and what causes their eruptions, as well as the destruction they can cause to society. This title will allow students to track historical facts and future improvements while gauging their understanding with a variety of reading comprehension tools. The Devastating Disasters series captures readers' attention with captivating photographs, descriptions, and factoids of catastrophes ranging from technology failure to destructive weather. Each 48-page book features engaging before- and after-reading sections that prompt readers to understand the impact these events have on society and the environment.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781643696638
Publisher:	Rourke Educational Media
Publication date:	11/30/2018
Series:	Devastating Disasters
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	48
File size:	7 MB
Age Range:	9 - 13 Years

About the Author

Dr. Robert Duke is assistant professor of religion and philosophy at Azusa Pacific University. He became an expert in the history, language, and geography of the Bible while studying in Israel. He and his wife, Jenny, are the parents of twin boys, Zachary and Jeffrey.

Editorial Reviews

Using photos, maps, and diagrams, each volume presents a wealth of information about the subject disaster. The authors consider both natural and human factors that can trigger disasters, from shifting tectonic plates, which produce earthquakes or tsunamis, to mistakes that lead to nuclear meltdowns. Photos of historic and contemporary examples worldwide illustrate the events. The authors address aftermath and cleanup as well as research to predict and mitigate future occurrences. Guides for teachers and parents offer reading and discussion suggestions plus extension activities. The vocabulary and diagrams in Earthquakes are textbooklike, and the book includes the blanket recommendation “to bring a new earthquake kit to school every year.” Other offerings in this set advise readers to think about disaster risk in their particular region. VERDICT Select titles from this solid series as needed to bolster collections. - School Library Journal

From the Publisher

11/01/2015
Gr 3–7—Using photos, maps, and diagrams, each volume presents a wealth of information about the subject disaster. The authors consider both natural and human factors that can trigger disasters, from shifting tectonic plates, which produce earthquakes or tsunamis, to mistakes that lead to nuclear meltdowns. Photos of historic and contemporary examples worldwide illustrate the events. The authors address aftermath and cleanup as well as research to predict and mitigate future occurrences. Guides for teachers and parents offer reading and discussion suggestions plus extension activities. The vocabulary and diagrams in Earthquakes are textbooklike, and the book includes the blanket recommendation "to bring a new earthquake kit to school every year." Other offerings in this set advise readers to think about disaster risk in their particular region. VERDICT Select titles from this solid series as needed to bolster collections.

School Library Journal