Why Do Volcanoes Explode?: An Illustrated Science Book for Curious Kids Ages 6–9. (Science Mysteries with Dr. Slate and Byte) - Softcover
Synopsis
One morning, a mountain exploded.
Byte had a theory: Earth is on fire inside.
It was a very reasonable theory. It was also wrong.
Why Do Volcanoes Explode? is the first book in the Science Mysteries with Dr. Slate and Byte series — a nonfiction illustrated adventure for curious children ages 6–9.
When Dr. Slate and Byte witness a volcanic eruption from a safe observation point, Byte is convinced the answer is obvious: there must be a giant fire burning underground. Fire is hot. Lava is hot. Case closed.
But the evidence tells a different story.
Following clues from lava samples, gas vents, mineral analysis, and a very satisfying bottle of sparkling water, Dr. Slate and Byte piece together the real explanation — one built not on fire, but on heat, pressure, rising magma, and the unstoppable physics of dissolved gas finding a way out.
By the end, Byte makes a discovery that changes everything: a volcano is just the biggest, most incredible fizzy bottle in the entire universe.
Inside this book:
- The full volcanic mystery — investigated clue by clue alongside Dr. Slate and Byte
- Try It Yourself — a hands-on eruption experiment kids can do at home or in the classroom
- Words to Know — a illustrated glossary of key science terms with pronunciation guides
- Science for Grown-Ups — a deeper dive into the real volcanology behind the story, for parents and educators who want to go further
Perfect for: independent readers, classroom read-alouds, homeschool science units, and any child who has ever looked at a mountain and wondered what's hiding inside it.
The mystery of the exploding mountain has an answer. But the best mysteries always leave one more question waiting.
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Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. One morning, a mountain exploded.Byte had a theory: Earth is on fire inside.It was a very reasonable theory. It was also wrong.Why Do Volcanoes Explode? is the first book in the Science Mysteries with Dr. Slate and Byte series - a nonfiction illustrated adventure for curious children ages 6-9.When Dr. Slate and Byte witness a volcanic eruption from a safe observation point, Byte is convinced the answer is obvious: there must be a giant fire burning underground. Fire is hot. Lava is hot. Case closed.But the evidence tells a different story.Following clues from lava samples, gas vents, mineral analysis, and a very satisfying bottle of sparkling water, Dr. Slate and Byte piece together the real explanation - one built not on fire, but on heat, pressure, rising magma, and the unstoppable physics of dissolved gas finding a way out.By the end, Byte makes a discovery that changes everything: a volcano is just the biggest, most incredible fizzy bottle in the entire universe.Inside this book: The full volcanic mystery - investigated clue by clue alongside Dr. Slate and ByteTry It Yourself - a hands-on eruption experiment kids can do at home or in the classroomWords to Know - a illustrated glossary of key science terms with pronunciation guidesScience for Grown-Ups - a deeper dive into the real volcanology behind the story, for parents and educators who want to go furtherPerfect for: independent readers, classroom read-alouds, homeschool science units, and any child who has ever looked at a mountain and wondered what's hiding inside it.The mystery of the exploding mountain has an answer. But the best mysteries always leave one more question waiting. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability. Seller Inventory # 9798181460133
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