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Learn about caves and the Earth in this geology themed instalment of DK Books' new educational fiction series for children. Meet the Secret Explorers - a band of brainiac kids from all around the world. Everyone in this diverse group of young experts has a specialty, from outer space to dinosaurs, and each story follows a character who gets chosen for a "secret exploration". In this fun, fact-filled instalment, Leah the biology explorer and Cheng the geology expert are sent on a daring mission to a network of caves in India. However, when they get there, they realize there's more to this mission than meets the eye. Let's explore! With a gripping narrative that keeps kids engaged, The Secret Explorers and the Cave Crisis by SJ King is the perfect book for children who are into all thing's nature and science. It's written for children aged 7-9 years, with lots of information about caves, the subterranean world, and the animals that live there. At the end of this fictional book, you'll find "Leah's Mission Notes" which is a summary of the scientific facts and discoveries made throughout the story. With fun quizzes and a glossary, the educational value of this book is outstanding and great for a classroom read!