Discover the causes―and consequences―of tornadoes with this introduction to natural disasters for young readers! Is it true that tornadoes have the strongest winds on Earth? Yes! Their winds can reach 300 miles per hour (483 kph), sweeping up anything in their paths. They can toss cars and trees through the air and even level entire towns. Inside you'll find: • How tornadoes form…
When stormy winds start to twist at incredible speeds, watch out for some wild weather
We humans take our domination of the planet for granted, but sometimes nature reminds us that this is an illusion. Tectonics rip open the earth, vast waves sweep away coastal towns, magma spews from volcanoes and hurricanes lay waste to entire countries. This book explores nature at its most destructive. Clear, coherent explanations break down the science behind phenomena including hurricane…
Is it true that hurricanes can be seen from space? Yes! Weather satellites track hurricanes. Pictures from these satellites tell where a hurricane is going and how big and fast it is
Hurricanes plague the tropics from June through November. Some years bring just a handful of storms. Other years, meteorologists run out of names because there are so many. Readers learn how and where these storms form and the dangers they pose to the land and people who live in Gulf and Atlantic coast regions.
Tells the story of Antarctic explorer Ernest Shackleton and his failed attempt to cross the coldest and windiest continent on earth. Written in graphic-novel format.
Discover the awesome power of nature in this visual guide to the dynamic natural phenomena across our planet. Become an eyewitness to the weird and wonderful ways of our world, from tsunamis to tornadoes, and discover nature’s awesome potential with this Eyewitness guide. See how earthquakes, floods and hurricanes affect what lies in their path, and what measures we can use to protect ours…