I'm a Volcano! - (Science Buddies) by Bridget Heos (Hardcover)

About the Book

"In the second installment of the Science Buddies series, a volcano takes young readers through the fascinating formation and life of an active volcano--cool! I mean, hot! How do volcanoes form? What makes them erupt? Are there different kinds? Hi, I'm Volcano! And I'm here to answer all your burning questions! In friendly, simple text and with funny, engaging, and informative illustrations, a young volcano will teach readers everything there is to know about these exploding wonders. And while volcanoes can be a bit scary, kids will learn that they are carefully monitored and that they give us a lot of beautiful things too! I guess you could say there is a lot to lava about volcanoes!"--Provided by publisher.

Book Synopsis

In the second installment of the Science Buddies series, a volcano takes young readers through the fascinating formation and life of an active volcano--cool! I mean, hot!

How do volcanoes form? What makes them erupt? Are there different kinds?

Hi, I'm Volcano! And I'm here to answer all your burning questions!

In friendly, simple text and with funny, engaging, and informative illustrations, a young volcano will teach readers everything there is to know about these exploding wonders. And while volcanoes can be a bit scary, kids will learn that they are carefully monitored and that they give us a lot of beautiful things too!

I guess you could say there is a lot to lava about volcanoes!

Review Quotes

"Simple and engaging." - Kirkus

"A fact-filled primer on volcanoes that will answer young volcano enthusiasts' burning questions. Perfect for browsing, research, or classroom." - School Library Journal

"The lighthearted overall tone will soothe anxiety-prone younger audiences." - Booklist

About the Author

Bridget Heos is the author of more than one hundred children's fiction and nonfiction books, including the Children's Choice Award-winning Mustache Baby series and Treemendous. She visits schools around the country to get kids excited about reading and writing. In quieter moments, she enjoys finding nature in the city with her kids.

Mike Ciccotello is the author-illustrator of the picture books Twins and Beach Toys vs. School Supplies and is the illustrator of Treemendous by Bridget Heos. He lives with his wife and twin boys by the beach in New Jersey. Visit him at ciccotello.com.