Includes bibliographical references (page 31) and index.
Contents:
What are tectonic plates? -- An ever-changing earth -- How does the earth move? -- Ocean spreading -- Sinking plates -- World-shaking earthquakes -- Measuring the shake -- Building for earthquakes -- Underwater earthquakes -- Making mountains -- Fiery volcanoes -- Hot spots and ocean vents -- Magma, lava, and volcanic rock.
Summary:
This book teaches young readers about how Earth's tectonic plates lead to features such as mountains and ocean trenches, as well as natural disasters such as earthquakes and volcanic eruptions. Color illustrations and photographs, a glossary, a bibliography, a list of useful websites, and hands-on activities and projects are also provided.
This resource is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by State Library of Iowa.