Geology of the Pacific Northwest: Investigate How the Earth Was Formed

In Geology of the Pacific Northwest, kids ages 9–12 learn how geology and physical geography are intertwined as they explore the wonders of the Pacific Northwest. Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Alaska, western Montana, and northern California are a unique part of the United States known for its explosive volcanoes and earthquakes. The region has everything from glaciers and tundra to mighty rivers and the only temperate rainforest in the United States. Beginning with an exploration of the underlying forces of plate tectonics, young readers discover how mountains affect climate, how landforms affect people, and how people affect the physical elements. Kids can take these ideas further with hands-on projects such as making their own basalt columns or creating a water wheel to harness the power of water.