Cover of Volcanoes

Volcanoes

by Unknown Author

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32 pages2006CollinsISBN 9780060877170

About this book

Join award-winning science writer Seymour Simon in this picture book introduction to volcanoes!<br/>Volcanoes don’t always look like mountains; they aren’t always full of fire. Some are holes in the ground; some form under the sea. And despite their reputation for destruction, volcanoes produce new mountains, new islands, and new soil. Visit some of the world’s most remarkable volcanoes in this masterful introduction from Seymour Simon. It’s an extraordinary—and unforgettable—trip.<br/>With clear, simple text and stunning full-color photographs, readers will learn all about these amazing natural structures in this informative picture book!<br/>Perfect for young scientists’ school reports, this book supports the Common Core State Standards.<br/>Check out these other Seymour Simon books about the Natural World: Coral Reefs Icebergs & Glaciers Mountains Oceans Rocks & Minerals Tropical Rainforests Water

Publication Details

Publisher
Collins
Published
2006
Pages
32
ISBN
9780060877170
Language
en

About Unknown Author

Seymour Simon was born and raised in the Bronx in New York City. He attended highschool at the Bronx School of Science. After graduating from the City College of New York with a degree in animal behavior, he worked as a schoolteacher. In 1963 he was asked by Scholastic Inc. to write an article about the moon in anticipation of the moon landing, and he began writing articles for Scholastic magazines. After writing articles for several years, he wrote his first book, Animals in Field and Laboratory (1968). In 1979 he left teaching to become a full-time author. He has written more than 250 books about science for children, and continues to visit schools to talk about science.

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