Discover a world of wonders . . . naturally!
How was the Grand Canyon created? What causes a volcano to erupt? Where is the world's longest river? Can a raindrop create a cavern?
Join popular ABC-TV weather forecaster Spencer Christian as he reveals the mysteries behind some of the world's most amazing waterways, mountains, forests, glaciers, caves, and more! Learn about natural forces and events that continue to change and shape our planet even today. Find out how water can carve through the earth's rocky surface like a knife through butter. Discover how forests serve as the earth's air recycler. Build your own volcano and watch it erupt!
What Makes the Grand Canyon Grand? is a spectacular tour through a dazzling assortment of Mother Nature's most intriguing masterpieces. Fascinating, easy-to-do activities let you experience nature up close, while dozens of fun facts and illustrations bring the world's wonders to awesome life.
For children ages 8 to 12
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What formed the enormous Victoria Falls? How did the Grand Canyon get where it is? What is the Great Barrier Reef? Spencer Christian, one of America's favorite television personalities, answers these and many other questions in this enthralling book about our world's most incredible natural wonders. He takes kids on a thrilling adventure from the top of Mount Everest to the bottom of the Carlsbad Canyons, teaching them how each astonishing place was formed.
In addition to his work on Good Morning America, SPENCER CHRISTIAN is a writer and presenter on subjects from the weather to our government.
ANTONIA FELIX is the author of several nonfiction books for adults and children.
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