Mountains cover

Reading Metrics

Grade Level Lower Grades (LG K-3)
Book Level 3.5
Points 0.5
Fiction/Nonfiction Nonfiction
Word Count 1059
Points per Word 0.000472
Page Count 24
Points per Page 0.020833

Description

This book explains how mountains are formed and explores the different types of mountains found around the world. It also discusses the various plants and animals that make their homes on mountainsides. The text is written for beginning readers in kindergarten through third grade.

Quick Summary

Dive into the mighty world of mountains where Earth's tallest peaks tell a story millions of years in the making. Readers will marvel at how mountains are born through volcanic fireworks and tectonic collisions, then explore the brave animals like mountain goats and eagles that call these rocky kingdoms home. If your kid loves the "National Geographic Little Kids First Big Book of Animals" or any DK eyewitness-style nature book, they'll be hooked on this mountain adventure. Perfect for budding geologists in kindergarten through third grade, ages 5 to 8.