Earth, Wind, Fire, Water: A Journey Through the World [9781836003106]

Overview

Journey into the four elemental forces that have shaped our world and define our future—perfect for curious young readers.  
 
Earth, Wind, Fire, Water blends science, history, and culture in an accessible and awe‑inspiring exploration of how these ancient forces connect every part of life on Earth. 
 
As you move from Earth to Wind to Fire to Water, you’ll explore:  

• Earth: dig deep into geology, fossils, minerals, and the treasures beneath our feet, from soil health and the nitrogen cycle to the building blocks of life. 
• Wind: discover the secrets of our atmosphere from the gases that sustain us to the layers of air above our heads and the global weather systems that create clouds, storms, and lightning. 
• Fire: journey to the Earth’s fiery core and the sun’s life‑giving heat, uncovering how fire forged landscapes and transformed human civilization. 
• Water: follow the miraculous water cycle, the moon‑driven tides, the power of glaciers and the vast diversity of rivers, seas and oceans that make Earth habitable.