The World's Most Amazing Volcanoes

by Anna Claybourne

Book Overview

Which volcano were women not allowed to climb until 1860? What is the difference between a shield volcano and a stratovolcano? Which volcano blew over 1,000 meters off its top in 1815? The world has many volcanoes, including some that constantly erupt with a slow, steady flow, and others that blow with one massive explosion. Find out about the incredible history of these volcanoes, the animals and plants that make their homes here, and the people...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1410937054
• ISBN13: 9781410937056
• Release Date: June 2009
• Publisher: Raintree
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 0.90 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 8.3" x 10.4"
• Age Range: 8 to 10 years
• Grade Range: Grades 3 to 5