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Mountains

By Sally Hewitt

What forces make mountains rise—and can people protect these mighty landscapes before they change forever?

informative accessible geographical hands-on

Genres

Non-fiction Nature

What is Mountains about?

Discover how mountains are formed, from powerful movements deep beneath the Earth to volcanic eruptions and the slow wearing away of rock. Learn about famous mountain ranges around the world and the plants, animals and people that live in these challenging places. Clear explanations, maps, diagrams and practical activities make geography exciting and easy to explore. The book also looks at how people affect mountain environments and what can be done to protect these remarkable landscapes.

About the author

Sally Hewitt is a talented author who writes books about science, nature, and the world around us. She loves making tricky subjects easy to understand and fun for young readers. Some of her well-known books include 'Why Do Leaves Change Colour?' and 'What Makes You Ill?', which help children discover amazing facts.

Pages

32 pages

Reading age

Early Reader (5-8)

This edition

2009

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