Komatiites erupted billions of years ago as pulsating streams of white-hot lava. Their unusual chemical compositions and exceptionally high formation temperatures produced highly fluid lava that crystallized as spectacular layered flows. Investigation of the extreme conditions in which komatiites formed provides important evidence about the thermal and chemical evolution of the planet, and the nature of the Precambrian mantle. This monograph, written by three experts with long experience in the field, presents a complete account of the characteristics of komatiites including their volcanic...

Meeting the Needs of Your Most Able Pupils: History provides specific guidance on:

• recognising high ability and potential
• planning, differentiation, extension and enrichment in Histpry
• teacher questioning skills
• support for more able pupils with special educational needs (dyslexia, ADHD, sensory impairment)
• homework
• recording and assessment
• beyond the classroom: visits, competitions, summer schools, masterclasses, links with universities, businesses and other organisations.

The book...