Thousands of Earthquakes occur in New Zealand every year, some so small we don't feel them. Others such as the recent quakes in Christchurch and Kaikoura cause significant damage. This book explains what causes earthquakes and why New Zealand has so many, what types of quake occu...r and the most frequently affected areas of the country. It also advises what to do if you experience one. Maria Gill specialises in writing for children and regularly visits schools and libraries promoting NZ books. Her New Zealand Hall of Fame won Children's choice Non-fiction category winner at the NZ Post children's book awards. Other titles with New Holland include: New Zealand Sports Hall of Fame,The Call of the Kokako, and Eruption! Discovering New Zealand Volcanoes
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