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Best Volcano Books for Kids

What makes a volcano erupt? How are they formed? And what stories have people told about them?

Explore volcanoes through this collection of engaging reads for curious kids!

Matihe! Achoo! Qiane Matata-Sipu, Munro Te Whata

What happens when a grumpy tupua has to sneeze?A bilingual story about the tupua Mataoho, and his connection to the volcanoes of Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland, which comes with an action song!

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The Island of the Bees Patricia Forde

An epic adventure inspired by Irish myth, full of volcanoes, dragons, wild storms and a quest to find a new home. This story celebrates the magic of bees and the wonder of the natural world.

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Eyewonder Volcanoes DK

What is it like to stand near red-hot lava? When will the next super volcano erupt? And how do islands form? This volcano book for kids dives deep into our planet's fiery secrets, bringing to life everything from explosive volcanic eruptions on land to powerful underwater volcanoes that spur tsunamis.

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Danny Go: Danny Go's Volcano Adventure Danny Go

CAUTION: THIS BOOK IS LAVA!

With fun challenges, cool science facts, and heartwarming moments, this action-filled story is perfect for kids who enjoy exploring the natural world and having fun with friends, inspired by Danny Go's most popular YouTube video, The Floor is Lava.

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Brain Booster Volcanoes and Earthquakes DK

Over 100 Mind-Boggling Activities that Make Learning Easy and Fun

Learn essential facts about volcanoes and earthquakes through interactive, educational activities, puzzles, and exercises.

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DKfindout! Volcanoes DK

DKfindout! Volcanoes is packed with fun facts for kids, quizzes and amazing photography. Discover what the biggest volcano in the solar system is, and which type of lava is the stickiest. Covering key curriculum knowledge, such as the structure of a volcano, and fast facts, such as \"how hot is lava?\" kids will love finding out about volcanoes.

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