Donato, Dan
Summary: "Weathering and erosion have helped shaped many of Earth's most famous landforms-from the Grand Canyon to the Cliffs of Moher. Readers of this innovative volume get an in-depth look at how these fascinating processes are able to transform the surfaces of the world. Eye-catching photographs and stimulating sidebars help readers develop a deeper understanding of the informative and accessible...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Gareth Stevens Publishing 2021
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 551.3 DONWood, Alix
Summary: This book teaches young readers how the forces of erosion have worked through wind, water, sand, and more to create the many features of Earth, from the worn-away banks of the smallest creek to the stunning landmark that is the Grand Canyon. Color illustrations and photographs, a glossary, a bibliography, a list of useful websites, and hands-on activities and projects are also provided.
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Publisher / Publication Date: PowerKids Press 2022
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1 available in JT Non-Fiction, Call number: JT Nature WoodMcAneney, Caitie.
Summary: Earth has been shaped by thousands of years of weathering and erosion. These forces have created amazing landforms around the world, from rock arches to deep canyons. This book introduces readers to the science behind erosion and weathering. Readers will dig deep to uncover the many forces that impact the shape of the earth, including wind, water, and living creatures. Through accessible text,...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Britannica Educational Publishing in association with Rosen Educational Services 2018
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 551.3 MCARiley, Joelle.
Summary: Introduces the concept of erosion, including why it happens, the difference between gradual and drastic erosion, and why erosion is important to the Earth's rock cycle.
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2013
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 551.352 RILEYTaillant, Jorge Daniel
Summary: "Glaciers is a volume about the role glaciers play in our daily lives (often without us knowing), the risks posed to glaciers from natural and anthropogenic activity (including climate change and industrial pollution), and policies and practices that should be employed to protect this fundamental hydrological reserve"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Oxford University Press 2015
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Summary: In these new essays, Williams explores the concept of erosion: of the land, of the self, of belief, of fear. She wrangles with the paradox of desert lands and the truth of erosion: What is weathered, worn, and whittled away through wind, water, and time is as powerful as what remains. We know of the elements of erosion: wind, water, and time. In these essays Williams explores the erosion we...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Sarah Crichton Books/Farrar, Straus and Giroux 2019
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 814 WILGilbert, Sara
Summary: An elementary exploration of canyons, focusing on the geological evidence that helps explain how and where they form and spotlighting famous examples, such as Arizona s Grand Canyon.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Creative Education, Creative Paperbacks 2018
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 551.44 GILIyer, Rani
Summary: "Provides step-by-step instructions for activities demonstrating earth science concepts and explanations for the concepts presented"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Capstone Press 2018