The Secret Explorers and the Smoking Volcano

Buckle up for an explosive adventure! Discover the dramatic power of an erupting volcano in this action-packed sixth instalment of DK's new educational fiction series!

Meet the Secret Explorers - a band of brainiac kids from all around the world. Everyone in this diverse group of young experts has a speciality, from outer space to dinosaurs, and each story follows a character who gets chosen for a "secret exploration".

The Secret Explorers series is a reminder to kids that they are limited only by their imagination and teaches them that learning is enjoyable! But most of all, these educational books encourage children to believe that they can become experts in something they love.

This edge-of-your-seat science book for kids is packed with:

- Fun facts and illustrations about the Earth's tectonic plates
- Simple and engaging explanations on how volcanoes are formed
- Quizzes, mission notes, and a glossary of words with definitions
- Information that support's STEM curriculum


In this fun, fact-filled children's science book, we join volcanoes expert Cheng on an exciting mission to Mount Yasur on the island of Vanuatu. Joined by biology expert Leah, the team are beyond excited to witness a real-life volcanic eruption.

But soon, excitement turns to worry when they realise that people are in danger. Working together swiftly and heroically, they must stage a rescue mission. Children will love turning the pages to find out if the Secret Explorers manage to succeed in their mission!

It's the perfect gift for children aged 7-9 who love all things geology. Packed with lots of information on volcanoes, this epic adventure book gives them a thrilling introduction to earth science.

Each book in the series combines exciting adventures with real-life facts related to the Secret Explorers' latest fictional mission.

Complete the series

Don't miss out on more secret explorations! Dive into an underwater adventure in The Secret Explorers and the Lost Whales. Travel back in time to save a dinosaur egg from destruction in The Secret Explorers and the Jurassic Rescue. Finally, set out on a journey to stop the Cairo Museum from closing down in The Secret Explorers and the Tomb Robbers.