Volcanic Eruptions, Earthquakes, And Tsunamis - Sean McCollum - Library - JUVENILE NON-FICTION - ENGLISH - 9780791090473

Annotation: A full-color, completely illustrated series, written by authors associated with Scientific American magazine, uses clear, concise language to provide young readers with an in-depth look at some of the most compelling topics addressed by science today. Academic Level : Teen - Grade 7-9, Age 12-14 Author : Sean McCollum Binding : Library BISAC Subject : JUVENILE NONFICTION / Science & Nature / Earth Sciences / Earthquakes & Volcanoes Book Type : JUVENILE NON-FICTION Dewey : 551.2 Edition : 1 Language : ENGLISH LCCN : 2007017740 Library Subject : Earthquakes, Juvenile literature, Tsunamis, Volcanic eruptions, Volcanoes Pages : 80, 80 p. : Publication Date : 08/01/2007 Series : Scientific American Editorial Reviews Source: Cahners Publication: School Library Journal Reviews - SLJ Reviews 2008 May Review: Gr 5–7— Following an introduction that focuses on the formation of a volcano off the coast of Iceland in 1963 and presents the principles of seismology, geology, and the structure of the Earth, individual chapters on volcanoes, earthquakes, and tsunamis describe these phenomena, how they happen, and their characteristics. Subsequent passages discuss precautionary changes in building codes and bridge construction and efforts at prediction. Boxed off areas present supplementary information, such as myths, significant scientists, the future of the Earth, tables of the deadliest events, first-person accounts, historical notes, and tables of data. The workmanlike writing is clear, with glossary terms highlighted in the text. Major events, such as Mount St. Helens, the 2004 tsunami, and the 1906 San Francisco earthquake, are used as examples, while good color diagrams and photos effectively illustrate ideas presented. Although these topics are readily available in many individual books, McCollum's volume is noteworthy for conveniently bringing them together in one title and highlighting their interrelatedness.—Jeffrey A. French, formerly at Willoughby-Eastlake Public Library, Willowick, OH [Page 147]. Copyright 2008 Reed Business Information.