Mountains: 35 (First Start)

by KeithLye (Author)

• Used

  Hardcover
  1992

  $4.20

  This book is part of the First Starts series that looks at popular topics that should prove of interest to first and younger readers. This book on mountains provides an introduction to some of the most awesome and beautiful features of the Earth - mountains and mountain ranges. The book looks at how mountains are formed, different types of mountains, the variety of mountain plants and animals, and the ways in which people live and work in mountainous areas. The leisure activities associated with mountains are also discussed. Other books in the Fresh Starts series look at Volcanoes , Pollution and Animals in Danger .

• Used

  Paperback
  1992

  $8.03

• Used

  Hardcover
  1997

  $17.64

  Far below the Earth's crust, powerful forces constantly change the surface of our planet. This book, which is one of a series, covers mountains, introducing children to the basic principles of physical geography. It also explores the ever-changing face of the Earth. The text describes how and why mountains came into being, how they are constantly changing, and how they provide home to plants, animals and humans.