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2) Earthquakes
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
Discusses how earthquakes begin, the destruction they cause, and how scientists measure and predict them. In Earthquakes, find out how these massive vibrations begin, what destruction they cause, and how scientists measure and predict them.
Author
Series
Publisher
Stargazer Books
Pub. Date
2005.
Language
English
Description
Discusses how tropical storms begin, how they move, and the destruction they can cause. The awesome display of power that is unleashed by many of the world's natural disasters has aroused both terror and curiosity for centuries. In this exciting series colorful illustrations, dramatic pictures, and clear, concise text introduce the reader to the history of these natural disasters, and look at their effects on the environment both in the past and today....
Author
Series
Publisher
Stargazer Books
Pub. Date
2005.
Language
English
Description
Discusses why droughts and plague happen, the damage they cause, and how they can lead to widespread famine. In Famine, Drought, and Plagues, find out why droughts and plagues happen, the damage they cause, and how they and other disasters can lead to widespread famine.
Author
Publisher
The Childs World Inc
Pub. Date
2016.
Language
English
Description
"Through narrative nonfiction text, readers hear stories from survivors of the devastating hurricane that struck the U.S. Gulf Coast in August 2005. Additional features to aid comprehension include a table of contents, a fast-fact section, fact-filled captions and callouts, a timeline of the disaster, infographics, a glossary, a listing of source notes, sources for further research, and an introduction to the author." --
Author
Publisher
The Child's World Inc
Pub. Date
[2016]
Language
English
Description
"Through narrative nonfiction text, readers hear stories from survivors of the mile-wide tornado that struck Joplin, Missouri, in May 2011. Additional features to aid comprehension include a table of contents, a fast-fact section, fact-filled captions and callouts, a timeline of the disaster, infographics, a glossary, a listing of source notes, sources for further research, and an introduction to the author." --
Author
Series
Publisher
Mitchell Lane
Pub. Date
2020
Language
English
Description
In 1918, the deadliest virus in human history struck worldwide with hardly any warning. A victim of the Spanish flu could wake up healthy and fall down dead the same day. In the United States, so many people fell ill that schools and churches closed. There werent enough healthy doctors and nurses to care for the sick, or enough healthy gravediggers to bury the dead. When U.S. troops joined World War I that year, they couldnt have imagined that
...14) Hotaka
Author
Publisher
Allen & Unwin
Pub. Date
2017.
Language
English
Description
"When the tsunami strikes the Japanese seaside town of Omori-wan, the effects are utterly devastating. Three years later, much of what happened on that day is still a mystery. As Hotaka sets about convincing local performers to appear at the town's upcoming Memorial Concert, he finds himself increasingly haunted by memories of best friend, Takeshi, who perished without trace in the tsunami. Then his friend Sakura becomes involved in an anti-seawall...
15) Wildfires
Author
Publisher
Rosen Publishing
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
"As climate change creates hotter temperatures and longer droughts, wildfire seasons are shifting and lengthening. This increases the occurrence and intensity of forest fires . . . this book arms readers with the information they need to understand these deadly natural disasters. Readers will learn about lethal wildfires in history and their lasting consequences. They'll discover how wildfires are contained and how wildlands can be rehabilitated and...
16) Hurricanes
Author
Publisher
Rosen Publishing
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
"Readers will learn all there is to know about hurricanes, including historic hurricanes, the science behind how they form, the damage they cause, what to do if you experience one, and much more. Colorful photographs are paired with primary sources, diagrams, and more to enhance the learning experience"--Provided by publisher.
17) Floods
Author
Publisher
Rosen Publishing
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
"Floods can be caused by other natural disasters, like hurricanes and tsunamis, but they are often a natural disaster themselves. When water overflows a river's banks, a storm surge crashes over a break wall, or prolonged heavy rains pound a city's streets, a flood may occur, and it may be deadly. In this volume, readers are introduced to the causes and effects of floods, as well as the science behind their occurence . . . Fact boxes, links, and graphic...
18) Tsunamis
Author
Publisher
Rosen Publishing
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
"Explores what happens before, during, and after a tsunami to give readers a comprehensive overview of this catastrophic event. Full-color photographs show the reality of a tsunami, and the accessible text encourages reluctant readers."--Provided by publisher.
19) Droughts
Author
Publisher
Rosen Publishing
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
"This guide to droughts discusses the different kinds, how they happen, and what people can do to protect themselves and the Earth. Also includes resources"--Provided by publisher.
20) Earthquakes
Author
Publisher
Rosen Publishing
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
"Looks at the science behind earthquakes and how and why they occur, as well as how scientists detect and measure them. Primary sources, charts, and graphic organizers provide additional information and help readers develop important critical-thinking skills"--Provided by publisher.
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