"Get your head into the clouds with Aerial Geology." —The New York Times Book Review
Aerial Geology is an up-in-the-sky exploration of North America's 100 most spectacular geological formations. Crisscrossing the continent from the Aleutian Islands in Alaska to the Great Salt Lake in Utah, Mary Caperton Morton brings you on a fantastic tour, sharing aerial and satellite photography, explanations on how each site...

Landforms is the term used to describe the various features, shapes, and types of land that cover more than a quarter of the Earth's surface. In this fascinating book, readers can find out about the variety of land formations found around the world-including plains, mountains, canyons, and caves. In line with the Common Core Standards for reading skills, key information is highlighted in detailed captions, text boxes, and a glossary, all of which...

"Discusses notable landforms in the United States"--

Discusses natural monuments and ancient and modern architectural feats and the marvels of engineering behind these timeless treasures.

"Learn about the Seven Wonders of the Natural World: Mount Everest, Victoria Falls, Grand Canyon, Great Barrier Reef, Northern Lights, Paricutin Volcano and Harbor of Rio de Janeiro"--

"The Grand Canyon is one of the most striking geographical features on Earth. Every year, millions of tourists flock to the Grand Canyon to witness its majesty in person. How exactly was this masterpiece of nature created? In this informative book, readers will learn about how the mighty Colorado River carved the Grand Canyon. They'll be able to closely study the mile-high walls and layered rocks that reveal the geological history of this national...

"In a very deep cave in Mexico, massive crystals grow muchlarger than a human. [This book] looks at when and how these crystals formed and what the future looks like for these formations"--

"An introduction to Uluru, or Ayers Rock, in Australia, discussing how it was formed, the myths and legends associated with it and more."--

The dramatic journeys of the 19th century Gold Rush come to life in this geologist's tour of the American West and the events that shaped the land. In 1848, news of the discovery of gold in California triggered an enormous wave of emigration toward the Pacific. The dramatic terrain these settlers crossed is so familiar to us now that it is hard to imagine how frightening-even godforsaken-its sheer rock faces and barren deserts once seemed to them....

Introduces unique natural formations in the United States, including the Great Lakes, the Colorado Plateau, and the Missouri River.