volcanic eruptions

"During the infamous eruption of Mount Vesuvius, one boy struggles to escape. Can he survive the most devastating disaster of ancient times? In this thrilling addition to the bestselling I SURVIVED series, readers are taken back to antiquity with a young boy trying to escape as the giant Mount Vesuvius erupts. Does he have what it takes to survive the epic destruction of Pompeii?" --.

On the morning of August 27, 1883, the rumbling volcano of Krakatoa stood more than 6,000 feet high, with a diameter of approximately 10 miles. Later that day, this giant cone exploded so violently it was literally blown away. This video brings to life the story of this mammoth eruption, using dramatic recreation, contemporary documentary footage and breathtaking special effects.

Discusses Geologic upheavels.

Explains the science behind volcanic eruptions. Includes color photos, an activity, and a glossary.

Discusses the characteristics of volcanic eruptions, and explains how readers can use math skills to explore volcanic eruptions, featuring problems and an answer key.

This book describes volcanic eruptions, including their causes, prediction, and effects.

This book looks at volcanoes and some of the major volcanic eruptions of the past.

Provides an account of the eruption of Mount St. Helens in Washington in 1980, and tells the story of how Sue Ruff and her boyfriend Bruce Nelson, camping fourteen miles from the volcano with friends, survived the blast.

"Examines the 1980 eruption of Mount St. Helens volcano, including the cause of the eruption, its impact on surrounding environments, and stories from survivors"--Provided by publisher.

This book investigates the volcanic eruption of Mt. Vesuvius in the year 79 and explains how the eruption brought an end to life in Pompeii but also preserved the city for nearly 2000 years.