physical geography

This transitional reader title gives information about volcanic eruptions. Readers will learn about some of the reasons why volcanoes erupt, how they erupt, and the dangers of these eruptions. This series is at a Level 3 and is written specifically for transitional readers. Aligned to the Common Core standards & correlated to state standards. Dash! is an imprint of Abdo Zoom, a division of ABDO.

This transitional reader title gives information about the volcano Ring of Fire. Readers will learn about what the Ring of Fire is, where it is located, how it formed, and some of the well-known volcanoes that help make up the Ring of Fire. This series is at a Level 3 and is written specifically for transitional readers. Aligned to the Common Core standards & correlated to state standards. Dash! is an imprint of Abdo Zoom, a division of ABDO.

Readers get the chance to travel the globe in this informative guide to Earth's continents. The text was expertly created to help young readers learn key points about maps as well as the continents. Each page is filled with a map labeled with key places noted in the accompanying text. Colorful photographs of landforms and people from around the world are sure to draw in even reluctant readers. A handy chart allows readers to compare the size and populations of each continent.

"Awesome places can be found all over our world. But which ones are the deepest, tallest, or hottest? . . . Beginning readers will learn all about the most extreme places on our planet"--Provided by publisher.

"This . . . journey through the continent of Antarctica helps show how humans affect, and are affected by, the environments in which they live. Readers will gain an understanding of the continent's landforms, resources, and human activities. Examples featured include flying by helicopter to Bird Island, skiing to the South Pole, and sailing to the edge of the ice sheet"--Provided by publisher.

Gather your gear and descend into Earth's underground openings! In this title, young readers are introduced to caves, including the different types of caves, how they form, what lives inside them, and how humans impact them. Readers will build reading skills through leveled text and interesting, labeled photos. Special features profile a famous example of the landform, show the parts of caves, highlight cave animals, and more. Discover the wonder of the dark world of caves!.

Many of Earth's deserts are hot. But did you know they can be cold and covered in ice? In this title, developing readers will discover what makes deserts unique. Text and photos introduce the types of deserts and the conditions that make them, the animals that live in deserts, and the impact of people on deserts. Features profile a well-known desert, show off animals, and summarize the impact of humans.

"Read about the things in our incredible world-landmarks, habitats and wildlife from the seven continents, dry deserts, huge oceans, mighty mountains, and much more. Then see if you can answer questions, such as: Which country is made up of over 6,000 islands? How many languages are spoken on Earth? What is the deadliest large land animal?"--Provided by publisher.

A collection of poems and illustrations that celebrate the wonders of nature.

Text and illustrations look at Earth's longest rivers, highest mountains, fastest animals, and more.