Examines how mountains and craters are formed, how mapmakers tell how high a mountain is, and how mountains affect our weather, and includes simple projects for budding geologists.
Gr 2-4-This slim title will draw students into a learning adventure through its clearly worded text and fresh project and experiment ideas. Double-page spreads provide information on the formation of rocks and minerals, mountains, and continents; how weather and erosion affect the surface of the Earth; as well as information on earthquakes and volcanoes. Many full-color photographs and labeled drawings illustrate the concepts and the step-by-step activity instructions. Safety precautions and adult help are indicated where necessary.
Cynde Marcengill, formerly at Horry County Memorial Library, Surfside Beach, SC
Copyright 2001 Cahners Business Information, Inc.