The Usborne Book of the Earth: Planet Earth, Ecology, Energy and Power, Weather and Climate

This book explains how the earth was made and its age, as well as how it is constantly changing. Aspects covered are the seasons; rocks and fossils, caves, earthquakes; and volcanoes. Also included is a good rock-spotters guide for identifying specimens.The sections that follow a river (as it changes the topography) and take us on a journey up a mountain (explaining the changes in weather and topography) are fascinating.There are sections on various climates: hot and cold places; hot, dry places; and icy places. I especially liked the wonderfully illustrated part about how a town grows, from prehistoric to present time.The usual terrific illustrations, an Usborne "trademark" make learning painless and fun!