volcanoes

Outlines the geological processes that cause earthquakes, volcanoes, and tsunamis and features a variety of experiments, models, and demonstrations that allow readers to gain a firsthand account of these processes. Includes black-and-white illustrations throughout.

Takes an inside look at volcanoes discussing how and why they form and erupt. Also examines the study of volcanoes, famous eruptions around the world, and the existence of volcanoes in the solar system. Features color photographs and diagrams that fold out and flip up, survivor stories, a glossary, and sources of more information.

In the 1870s, sixteen-year-old Katie has grown up in a remote cabin on the edge of a volcano with her father and their friend Lorraine, the only people she has ever seen, but, after eagerly anticipating it for so long, her first trip into a town ultimately brings tragedy into their lives.

An introduction to the science of volcanic eruptions featuring many color photos. Covers types of volcanoes, how they formed, and what causes them to erupt.

Describes the work of volcanologists on the Caribbean island of Montserrat, geologists studying earthquakes in Istanbul, Turkey, and meteorologists studying tornadoes on the American Great Plains.

Looks at the career of volcanologist, describing the work they do and the tools they use, reviewing the history of volcanology, featuring case studies of specific projects, and including sidebars, photographs, and tips on preparing to work in the field.

Thirteen-year-old Dylan follows his father into the woods on the slopes of Mount St. Helens, which is on the brink of another eruption, in an attempt to protect the resident Sasquatch from ruthless hunters.

Discusses plate tectonics, the theory that the surface of the earth is always moving, and the connection of this phenomenon to earthquakes and volcanoes.

Profiles daredevil scientists from a variety of disciplines who regularly face danger and their own fears to study volcanoes.

Discusses how to predict and survive earthquakes and volcanic eruptions.