Volcanoes (My First Discoveries Paperback)
My First Discoveries Series
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What’s inside...
Volcanoes introduces young readers to the science and wonder of volcanic activity through clear explanations, vivid illustrations, and the series’ trademark transparent overlay pages. Children journey from Earth’s fiery core to famous eruptions around the world, learning how volcanoes form, why they erupt, and how people and wildlife adapt to life alongside these powerful natural phenomena. Hands-on visuals invite readers to lift pages and peek inside craters, building a concrete understanding of geology while sparking awe and curiosity.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
5-7
Length
32 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
Why do some eruptions form gentle lava flows while others explode?
How did the eruption of Vesuvius change life in Pompeii forever?
What signs tell scientists a volcano may erupt soon?
How can ash be both dangerous and helpful?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use kitchen ingredients to mimic lava flow; watch a short documentary clip together and compare it to illustrations.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Respect natural forces
Explanation: Historic eruptions show consequences of ignoring warnings.
Real-World Application: Listen to safety instructions during storms or drills.
Example Lesson: Curiosity fuels learning
Explanation: Readers explore layers of Earth by lifting pages.
Real-World Application: Ask questions in class and seek answers through observation.
Example Lesson: Preparation saves lives
Explanation: Communities with early-warning systems fare better.
Real-World Application: Help create a family emergency kit.
Example Lesson: Change leads to renewal
Explanation: New ecosystems flourish on cooled lava.
Real-World Application: See opportunities in life changes like moving or new schools.