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Wow! I am so thankful that we didn't decide to visit Hawaii about seven months ago. I can't believe how much damage one volcano can cause. Today we are going to explore Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, which is home to two volcanoes. Here we have one of the worlds' most active volcanoes, Kīlauea and the worlds' largest volcano, Mauna Loa. Mauna Loa is 3 miles from the ocean floor to sea level then extends an additional 2.6 miles above sea level.
Explorers how tall is Mauna Loa? Post your results in the comments.
That is the world's largest volcano for a reason and no way to I wanna be near Mauna Loa when it decides to erupt next! What causes an volcano to erupt? What do you think? Take a moment to pause and brainstorm.
Hawiian legends indicate that Pele, the goddess of fire, lightning, wind, dance and volcanoes causes the volcanic eruptions. Legend has it that Madame Pele was born on the island of Tahiti, but was sent away by her father due to her violent outbursts. Pele set out on a canoe built brothers and landed on the island of Kauai. Pele is attacked and left to die on the island. Somehow Pele survives and burrows a tunnel to Oahu. Her fury creates a massive creator called Diamond Head. Pele loved the island of Oahu, but it wasn't long until her love wasn't accepted by a local and she exploded in anger. Pele continued to canoe to all the islands causing disruption and anger. It is believed that this anger caused the volcanoes to erupt. The Hawaiians believe that every time a volcano erupts Pele is exploding with anger because her love is unanswered from her lovers and father. This is just one explanation of why the volcanoes erupt. Scientists have their theory.
Watch the video to discover what causes a volcanic eruption.
Explorers its time that you get a closer look at the Volcanoes National Park. Make sure you have your hiking shoes on! Click "Volcanoes" to discover then press "START EXPLORING"
Stay Safe,
Ms. Crummet
I remember showing my students the video of the volcano erupting! Their minds were blown, and they were really curious! Thanks for the great videos and facts!
ReplyDeleteI love all of the interactive pieces you added to this post. Students love learning about volcanoes and you had so much valuable information to help teach them. I read that Mauna Loa is 13, 680 feet! -Marissa B
ReplyDeleteMy husband and I actually went to Hawaii for our honeymoon in August. Luckily, the volcano had stopped erupting but unfortunately most of the park was still closed due to safety concerns. We did take a helicopter tour over the lava flow, which was incredible!
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