How hot is molten lava? How are volcanoes formed? What happened with the volcano in Pompeii? Discover the answers to these questions and more, and learn about the inner workings of one of Earth's most terrifying natural phenomenon in Eye Wonder: Volcanoes. A precursor to DK's award-winning Eyewitness series, Eye Wonder was specially developed for children aged five plus, featuring astonishing photography exhibiting subjects within their natural setting offering a whole new level of information through powerful images. Vocabulary is accessible to young readers, with the meanings of new, subject-related words clearly explained. The combination of breathtaking visuals and informative, accurate text will hook even those children who usually avoid books. Reissued with a new jacket and eight new pages of mazes, look-and-finds, quizzes, and interactive activities, the new generation of Eye Wonder will capture readers' imaginations and give them a reason to delve even deeper into each book.

Discover the inner workings of one of Earth''s most terrifying natural phenomena in Eye Wonder: Volcano. How hot is molten lava? How are volcanoes formed under the earth''s surface? Learn about famous volcanic eruptions such as the disaster in Pompeii with this unique visual reference. Open your eyes to a world of discovery

An exhilarating, time-traveling journey to the solar system’s strangest and most awe-inspiring volcanoes. Volcanoes are capable of acts of pyrotechnical prowess verging on magic: they spout black magma more fluid than water, create shimmering cities of glass at the bottom of the ocean and frozen lakes of lava on the moon, and can even tip entire planets over. Between lava that melts and re-forms the landscape, and noxious volcanic gases that poison the atmosphere, volcanoes have threatened life on Earth countless times in our planet’s history. Yet despite their reputation for destruction, volcanoes are inseparable from the creation of our planet. A lively and utterly fascinating guide to these geologic wonders, Super Volcanoes revels in the incomparable power of volcanic eruptions past and present, Earthbound and otherwise—and recounts the daring and sometimes death-defying careers of the scientists who study them. Science journalist and volcanologist Robin George Andrews explores how these eruptions reveal secrets about the worlds to which they belong, describing the stunning ways in which volcanoes can sculpt the sea, land, and sky, and even influence the machinery that makes or breaks the existence of life. Walking us through the mechanics of some of the most infamous eruptions on Earth, Andrews outlines what we know about how volcanoes form, erupt, and evolve, as well as what scientists are still trying to puzzle out. How can we better predict when a deadly eruption will occur—and protect communities in the danger zone? Is Earth’s system of plate tectonics, unique in the solar system, the best way to forge a planet that supports life? And if life can survive and even thrive in Earth’s extreme volcanic environments—superhot, superacidic, and supersaline surroundings previously thought to be completely inhospitable—where else in the universe might we find it? Traveling from Hawai‘i, Yellowstone, Tanzania, and the ocean floor to the moon, Venus, and Mars, Andrews illuminates the cutting-edge discoveries and lingering scientific mysteries surrounding these phenomenal forces of nature.

Discusses how different rocks are formed, describes various types of metal, and provides both past and current uses of these materials.

Explore the solar system, study astronomy, and discover fun facts about space shuttles with Eye Wonder: Space. From the huge volcanoes of Venus to the massive storms on Jupiter, Pluto, and the comets, plus how astronauts sleep in space, the secrets of the stars, and our future in space, every page lets the reader discover new and fascinating facts about our universe. A precursor to DK's award-winning Eyewitness series, Eye Wonder was specially developed for children aged 5+, featuring astonishing photography exhibiting subjects within their natural setting and offering a whole new level of information through powerful images. Learn about science, history, and the natural world through beautiful photography and lively, age-appropriate text. The Eye Wonder series organizes information in a way that's easy to search, easy to read, and easy to learn.

This work explores the question of Vesuvius as an object of study in the early modern science of volcanism from the investigations and opinions of humanists and naturalists in the late Renaissance to the early 18th-century philosophizing on volcanoes and the development of geology later in the century.

An explosive introduction to the world of volcanoes from slow flowing lava to what causes an eruption. Answers questions such as - how big are the rocks that explode from a volcano? And how far can a volcano explosion reach?

Eye Wonder Rocks and Minerals introduces geologic elements to budding scientists - Did you know that the amount of gold in any material is measured in carats and that 24-carat gold is pure gold? Find out facts like this and much more in this fascinating guide to rocks and minerals.

Open your eyes to a world of discovery with Eyewonder Take a trip back in time and find out what life in Ancient Rome was really like with an extended and revised edition of Eyewonder Ancient Rome. Now with eight extra pages packed with fun, educational activities and 100 themed stickers. From emperors, gladiators, and slaves to giant baths, foreign wars and fabulous villas, let your child discover what the Roman world was like and what it has done for us today. With activities such as 'Colosseum Escape' and 'Facts Match' and four pages of incredible stickers, your child will be entertained time and time again. Fantastic facts and dramatic photographs will bring Ancient Rome to life and inspire your child with a love of learning and discovery. Eyewonder Ancient Romeis perfect for all curious young minds; brilliant for homework and school projects, or just for fun!

Learn all about these natural disasters, their destructive impact and how they form. Find out how long eruptions last, what tectonic plates are and why these natural phenomena occur.