Let's Look at Volcanoes (Hardcover)

Designed to encourage children to learn about the world around them, this study concentrates on volcanoes. The author begins by explaining what volcanoes are and how they are formed.;The book looks at volcanoes of the past and those which are still active. It depicts the dramatic explosions of volcanoes which can both destroy as well as create new land and describes how people have learned to live with volcanoes, to measure their activity and protect themselves against their destructive power. Other features associated with volcanoes such as giant waves, hot springs and geysers are explained.;The simple text combines with illustrations, aiming to provide an informative first guide to some of the Earth's most dramatic and fascinating features.