Crabtree Publishers
350-5th Avenue #3308, New York NY 10118
Four brand new titles in Crabtree's "Looking at
Earth" series teach young readers ages 5-8 amazing facts about our
beloved planet. "Earth's Oceans" (9780778732143, $7.95)
explains which kinds of plants and animals live in the oceans, how
bodies of ocean animals are built, why some oceans are warm or cold, and
much more. "Earth and the Sun" (9780778732129, $7.95) reveals
the amazing process by which light and heat from the sun affect all of
Earth, making life possible. Day and night as well as seasonal cycles,
the miraculous process of photosynthesis, what really takes place during
a solar eclipse and more fill this engaging volume. "Introducing
Landforms" (9780778732136, $7.95) explains why the land upon Earth
comes in such a wide variety of distinct shapes. Young readers will
learn how lava flows create landforms, the roles that rain, wind, and
weather play in sculpting everything from sand dunes to buttes and
canyons. "Volcanoes on Earth" (9780778732150, $7.95) covers
the varied types of volcanoes and lava formations, the origins of
tsunami waves, how volcanoes are studies in the modern day to predict
and prepare for eruptions, and much more. All four books are beautifully
illustrated with high-quality photography, and make excellent additions
to any public or private children's library collection.
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