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A compelling narrative non-fiction about Mount Fuji found on Japan's Honshu Island and a dormant volcano that last erupted in the early 1700s. Learn about the "Land of the Rising Sun," and where and when you need to climb the mountain in order to see this poetic sunrise. 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 flora and fauna populate this beautiful mountain peaks and why people are compelled to climb it. Features chapter notes, suggested readings, and fascinating facts about the mountain for eager minds to learn more!
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Amie Jane Leavitt is the award-winning author of nearly 50 books for children and young adults. A former teacher with a degree in education from Brigham Young University, she has taught every grade level and built a career as a writer, editor, and educational consultant. Her engaging nonfiction explores history, biography, science, technology, and nature, with titles on figures such as Nellie Bly and Christopher Columbus, as well as interactive adventures like The Alamo: An Interactive History Adventure. An avid traveler and photographer, Leavitt draws inspiration from global research, bringing curiosity, accuracy, and adventure to every project she creates.
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