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The Eighth Wonder of the World

The eighth wonder cover.
level 4 cover image oct2012.

by Sue Gibbison

This article describes the loss and possible rediscovery of the famous Pink and White Terraces. It describes the unusual events immediately prior to the eruption that covered these iconic natural features and goes on to explain how new technology is being used to map and scan the bottom of Lake Rotomahana to find the Pink and White Terraces. 

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Series: School Journal Level 4, October 2012

Learning area: English, Social Sciences

Curriculum level: 4

Reading year level: 8

Category: Non-fiction

Related titles: Listed in TSM

Topics: discovery, famous, landmark, Pink and White Terraces, eruption, natural features, technology, map, Lake Rotomahana

In: School Journal Level 4, October 2012

Publication date: October 2012

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