Explore Planet Earth

Author: Anna Claybourne
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Publish Date: 2005-05-31
Features: Exclusive authorization for Chinese publication by Usborne Publishing; this book, "Explore: Planet Earth," co-authored by Anna Claybourne, Gillian Doherty, and Rebecca Treves, has been recommended by UNESCO as one of humanity's most precious cultural treasures! This book reveals the mysteries of the ever-changing Planet Earth: compared to the universe composed of billions of stars, Planet Earth is like a tiny speck in the vast ocean. The precise position of Earth relative to the Sun brings light and heat to the life-filled planet. The greatness of the universe not only endows Earth with infinite vitality but also brings it endless disasters. The dazzling photographs and detailed illustrations in this book recreate the infinite charm of Planet Earth. On the carefully recommended green website, you can delve into the depths of the blue planet. In a challenging and thrilling journey, you can see, do, and learn: how earthquakes and volcanoes are formed, why thunderstorms, hurricanes, and hailstorms occur, how plants and animals depend on each other for survival, watch videos demonstrating how earthquakes happen, online games that depict the dangers of global warming to humanity, help you observe the detailed structure of the Earth, follow scientists on their expedition to Antarctica, experience the astonishing power of hurricanes, follow a guide to climb Mount Everest, track El Ni?o and witness firsthand how it triggers catastrophic global weather. It provides detailed and convenient help for your homework, slide presentations, and school screenings.