Quick view Quicksand by Steven Oftinoski Quicksand is formed when too much water flows into an area of sand or soil, turning it into a thick muck. While wet dirt might not sound all that dangerous, it can actually be deadly. Find out where quicksand is most likely to form and follow the... View Details
Quick view Sinkholes by Ann O Squire Can you imagine watching as a busy street or even the floor of your house suddenly collapsed into a gaping pit? That is precisely what can happen when a sinkhole forms underground. Readers will find out how water can wear away at underground rock and... View Details
Quick view Tornadoes by Steven Oftinoski The powerful, twisting winds of a tornado can cause an incredible amount of damage in a very short time. These incredible storms have been known to overturn trucks and turn small, lightweight objects into deadly missiles. Readers will learn how... View Details
Quick view Fossils by Ann O Squire In the 4.6 billion years since Earth was formed, many plant and animal species have come and gone. Fossils are one of the most important tools we have for learning about long-extinct wildlife. Readers will discover how fossils are formed, how... View Details
Quick view Geology by Susan H Gray Rocks might not seem like the most interesting thing to study, but they are actually filled with information about our planet. Readers will discover how geologists study rocks to learn more about Earth, from how it was formed to how it has grown and... View Details
Quick view Growing Crystals by Ann O Squire An introduction to growing crystals, discussing the different types of crystals and how they are made. View Details
Quick view Gemstones by Ann O Squire Humans have long held an interest in the bright, colorful crystals we call gemstones. Throughout history, they have been used as decorations, folk remedies, and currency. Readers will discover how gemstones are formed, how they get their incredible... View Details
Quick view Paleontology: The Study of Prehistoric Life by Susan H Gray Millions of years ago, Earth was populated by animals unlike any that we know today. The only way to learn anything about these extinct species is to study the remains they have left behind in Earths rocks and soil. Readers will discover how... View Details
Quick view Tsunamis by Chana Stiefel Uses diagrams, maps, photos, and a timeline to provide facts about tsunamis and nature's warning signs, and to discuss how people are working to prevent future tsunami disasters. View Details
Quick view Volcanoes by Elaine Landau Examines the formation and eruption of volcanoes, describes the damages and benefits of volcanoes, and discusses steps taken to predict eruptions and protect the surroundings. View Details
Quick view Oceanography: The Study of Oceans by Susan H Gray Earths oceans are almost like a foreign world, filled with millions of strange, fascinating animals and plants. Oceanographers dive into the watery depths to learn more about the incredible ocean ecosystems that make up the majority of our... View Details
Quick view Ecology by Susan H Gray Our planet is a complicated place. Millions upon millions of living things all depend on one another to form a complex web of life. Readers will discover how ecologists study the relationships between living things, climates, and Earth itself. They will... View Details
