In the unbelievably vast universe, there is only one world that we call home, where the drama of life as we know it began. That world is Earth. Earth is just one small planet circling one middle-sized star in a corner of a single, unremarkable galaxy. It is an incredibly fascinating place, however, filled with marvels and miracles. Topics discussed include Earth's origins, evolution, composition, waters, atmosphere, and magnetic field. Young readers will also learn about earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, global warming, the ozone layer, and the necessity of treating our fragile planet with care.

 

 

There are 32 pages in this book. This book was published in 2004 by Prometheus Books .

Richard Hantula has written, edited, and translated books and articles on science and technology for more than three decades. He was the senior U. S. editor for the Macmillan Encyclopedia of Science.