For young readers interested in science, “Volcanoes” is sure to be interesting. Topics include What is a Volcano?; Different Kinds of Volcanoes; What Causes a Volcano?; Where Are Volcanoes?; Some Really Big Ones; Black Sunday; Old Faithful; Crater Lake; House of Everlasting Fire; Valley of Ten Thousand Smokes; Dead Volcanoes; Studying Volcanoes; and Volcanoes Aren’t All Bad.

Throughout the book, photographs and drawings supplement the text.

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Part of the New True Book series, this book includes a “Words You Should Know” list with both pronunciations and definitions. Young readers, ages seven through nine, in grades two and three are the targeted audience for this book; however, they may not be able to read the book independently.

For young readers wanting to learn more about earth science, this book is a treasure-trove of information.

Highly recommended. ( )

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