Volcanoes

Description: 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. Despite their reputation for destruction, volcanoes produce new mountains, new islands and new soil. Visit some of the world's most remarkable volcanoes with one of the most outstanding science writers in children's books. Full-color photos.

Brief description:

Seymour Simon has been called "the dean of the [children's science book] field" by the New York Times. He has written more than 300 books for young readers and has received the American Association for the Advancement of Science/Subaru Lifetime Achievement Award for his lasting contribution to children's science literature, the Science Books & Films Key Award for Excellence in Science Books, the Empire State Award for excellence in literature for young people, and the Educational Paperback Association Jeremiah Ludington Award. He and his wife, Liz, live in Columbia County in Upstate New York. You can visit him online at www.seymoursimon.com, where students can post on the "Seymour Science Blog" and educators can download a free four-page teacher guide to accompany this book, putting it in context with Common Core objectives. Join the growing legion of @seymoursimon fans on Twitter!

Review Quotes: "Twenty-five altogether stunning full-color photos and a clear, concise text are melded into a masterful introduction to volcanoes....Excellent science writing, a pleasure to read and view."--"Kirkus Reviews"An armchair tour of some of the more impressive volcanoes around the world."--" School Library Journal"A good choice for reading aloud."--" Publishers Weekly