The perfect way to introduce kids to Japan's highest mountain peak — Mount Fuji! For kids in grades 4-8 , a narrative non-fiction book to expand young minds - Learn all about Mount Fuji , Japan's highest peak at 12,388 feet (3,776 meters) above sea level, located on Honshu - Meet the climbers and the locals, learn about the formation of the mountain, and see how to prepare for a climb - Fun facts about the mountain, the Land of the Rising Sun, Mount Fuji's endangered butterflies, the meaning of Fuji-san, and more - Includes chapter notes , further suggested reading, a glossary, and an index - Sturdy hardcover can stand up to countless reads as kids learn all about Mount Fuji Get a compelling look at Mount Fuji — both a mountain and a volcano on Honshu Island in Japan! Inside this book, kids ages 9 and up will learn all about the "Land of the Rising Sun" and where and when you need to climb the mountain if you want to see the legendary sunrise from the top. Find out what it takes to scale the highest mountain peak in Japan, how the mountain formed, and how the Ring of Fire played into its creation. Discover the yearly Fire Festival that has been a tradition on the northern slopes of Mount Fuji for 500 years, learn what plants and animals populate this beautiful mountain peak, and why people are compelled to climb it. Featuring historical and contemporary photos, chapter notes, suggested reading for eager minds to learn more, and fascinating facts, Exploring Mount Fuji will keep kids engaged while they develop a love and respect for mountains and nature! EXPLORING MOUNT FUJI Mount Fuji is the centerpiece of Japan's topography and its tallest mountain. In the summer season, its perilous terrain attracts adventure seekers who make the 2.3-mile trek to its summit. Mount Fuji is also an active volcano that could erupt with little notice. Scientists keep a watchful eye on its seismic activity to keep those who visit and live there safe. Featuring Contemporary and archival photography - Fascinating facts about Mount Fuji - Chapter notes, further suggested reading recommendations - Glossary and index Amie Jane Leavitt is an accomplished author, researcher, and photographer. She graduated from Brigham Young University as an education major and has since taught all subjects and grade levels in both private and public schools. Leavitt is an adventurer who loves to travel the globe in search of interesting story ideas and beautiful places to capture in photos. She has written more than fifty books for kids, has contributed to online and print media, and has worked as a consultant, writer, and editor for numerous educational publishing and assessment companies.