Volcano & Earthquake

DK Eyewitness Books

by Susanna van Rose, Scott Steedman (Editor), Helen Parker (Editor)

Full-color photos. "Some of nature's most spectacular phenomena get the 'Eyewitness' treatment, with the gorgeous graphics and outstanding design that characterize this series. The account starts with an overall perspective showing how volcanoes and earthquakes occur. Effects on humans and attempts to measure and predict these events are treated. This book will attract readers to an already popular topic, and will provide one of the most effective introductions available."-- School Library Journal.  

Genres: Science, Nonfiction, Picture Books, Nature, Childrens, Geology

61 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1960

Reviews

[Sophie Crane]

A Well written Eyewitness book with lots of good pictures and interesting information.

[Steven Peterson]

Awhile back, I rediscovered the series of Eyewitness Books that I once purchased for my son when he was young (Can't believe he's finishing his senior year in college!), I enjoy going over them and reflecting on the value of this series for younger readers.

It is important that our youth understand the world around them--including a knowledge of science. This volume focuses on the volcano and earthquakes. Given the role--especially--of earthquakes in American history, this is a valuable volume.

The book begins with a basic point (Page 6): "Volcanoes and earthquakes are nature run wild." The first part of the work explores volcanoes. This includes the basics, including an examination of Vesuvius, what underlies the development of a volcano, volcanoes on other plants, and so on.

Then, a discussion of earthquakes. The basics: what they are, why they happen, what the consequences are.

All in all, a very nice introduction to these natural phenomena for younger readers (and parents might learn a whole bunch as well, just as I did).

[Simon]

I first read this book when I was younger, like around 7. I took it out from the library dozens among dozens of times in my younger life. I can remember it being one of my favorite books because I loved disasters so much.

I always liked to see the pictures and learn about the disasters that way and get an understanding of them. It was great fun!

[John Morr]

This book is about different earthquakes and volcanoes. It shows different volcanoes and earthquakes all over. It shows the destruction.

[Holly]

Had no idea volcanos killed so many people

[Amy Tiilikainen]

Lots of interesting facts, but outdated (we had the 1992 edition) and didn’t appreciate their skeptical attitude toward the Bible.

[K Morlando]

An excellent resource for the unit we are studying, the children loved this book.

[Andy]

A good, basic introduction to volcanoes and earthquakes. Plenty of color photos and lots of facts about eruptions and quakes around the world.

[Cade Salem]

This book got a little fake at some parts by saying the earth is 50,000,000,000,000,000 years old. This earth is only about 2000 years old ya darn people.

[Jayden]

There are some cool things In this book. I recommend it for people who want a vaguely boring book

[Donna]

These DK Eyewitness books are a huge hit at our house. They are full of interesting facts and colorful pictures. We are using these as non-fiction read-alouds for early elementary and typically cover one 2-page spread a night. (The books are aimed at Grades 3-7 for an independent reader.) The books are well-organized and contain sections at the end about jobs in and tools used for studying the topic and places to go for more information.

I will add a warning that this book contains unedited explanations of how people perish in volcanoes and earthquakes. The numbers of dead and the cause (ash, lava flow, ground shifting, etc.) are listed for each volcano discussed. There are many photographs of the body molds from Pompeii, the black skies following Mount Pinatubo, and the side of Mount St. Helens disappearing. Consider your child's tolerance for this before recommending it.

[Little Timmy]

OK I know these are supposed to be kid books but they are awesome! Great pictures and just enough text to make you want to learn more. Great choices for a beginning history reader or to start an older reader out in a new area. Every time I pick one of these up and read it I learn new things. Highly Recommended

[Sarahjeanne]

Informational Book: Awesome resource for learning all about volcanoes. Each page is packed with great photos, fun tidbits, and interesting information so that anyone can pick up the book and find something they will love reading.

[Lynn]

I thought the format needed to be clearer. I read the whole book because my child was interested in it. I found an error in the data, which could have been prevented by careful proofing in this updated version.

[Simon]

I have read the much older version of this book when i was younger, I took it out from the library dozens among dozens of times in my younger life.

I always liked to see the pictures and learn about the disasters that way and get an understanding of them. It was great fun!

[Jill]

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[Theresa]

a great resource for children, bold and striking pictures, and well researched information

[Theresa]

Volcanoes and Earthquakes a good resource for children about volcanic and their repercussions

[Jessica Benson]

Informational Book: Awesome resource for learning all about volcanoes. Each page is packed with great photos, fun tidbits, and interesting information.

[Madison Strasburg]

Informational
As an informational text this had a lot of information and was laid out in a way where you could grab the information you wanted.