Chris Oxlade & Anita Ganeri 
Volcanoes and Earthquakes [PDF ebook] 

Explore, create and investigate with Ava and George – the Geo Detectives! Use your detective skills to find out about volcanoes, earthquakes and other astounding natural events.



With the
Geo Detectives series , join two young detectives, Ava and George, in a hands-on exploration of the natural world. Learn about
exciting geography topics , then investigate further with
fun activities and projects to do at home and outside.



What happens when a volcano erupts? Can we predict earthquakes? Where do most earthquakes occur in the world?
Discover what amazing things happen in nature and
use your own skills to find out why! Get answers about:

• Tectonic plates using a soggy biscuit


• How gas blows cinders out of a crater with popcorn, a plate, a cup, and a straw


• Which materials are the best protection against heat using a chocolate bar


• How to measure quakes by making your own seismometer from everyday items


• Tsunamis by making your own model tsunami wave


• And much more!

Encouraging young readers to investigate geography topics and to have fun while learning, this book will amaze and astound any reader with an interest in science and nature.

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Richard Hatwood is a primary teacher who trained at Bangor University. Having taught for over ten years, Richard is now a subject specialist in geography. He is also a curriculum consultant and provides school improvement services to schools across the United Kingdom, with a focus on developing high quality teaching and learning in geography.