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1) Earthquakes
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Formats
Description
"Carefully leveled text and engaging full-color photos introduce early fluent readers to the science behind earthquakes, including where and why earthquakes happen and how to stay safe when the ground starts to shake. Includes activity, glossary, and index."--
2) Earthquakes
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Formats
Description
"How do earthquakes form? In this Earthquakes title, readers will learn the answer to that question along with its causes, processes, effects, and why it is important. They will also be introduced to Charles Richter, a seismologist. Bright, full-page photos fill the book, with easy-to-read text. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Applied to STEM Concepts of Learning Principles."--Amazon.com.
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.2 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
680L
Language
English
Formats
Description
Through fascinating true stories and illuminating photos, learn how people trapped in rubble (or other dangerous situations after an earthquake) survive against all odds! Additional features include a table of contents, informative sidebars, a glossary of key words and phrases, sources for further research, and an introduction to the author. Young readers are fascinated by extreme tales of challenge and survival. Immerse them in a variety of survival...
4) Earthquake
Author
Lexile measure
510L
Language
English
Formats
Description
Presents easy-to-read information about earthquakes, including causes, effects, and tips on earthquake safety.
5) Earthquakes
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Formats
Description
"The ground shakes. A road splits apart. Buildings collapse. It's an earthquake! Discover how movement deep below Earth's surface can cause such damage. Learn about earthquakes, what causes them, and how to stay safe during one."--
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.7 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
1060L
Language
English
Description
"Witness the power of our restless planet to both create and destroy. Watch red-hot lava flow from an erupting volcano, see how earthquakes create tsunamis, and meet scientists past and present who have helped us understand our turbulent world."--
8) Earthquakes
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.2 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
750L
Language
English
Formats
Description
Read and find out about one of nature's most mysterious forces-the earthquake. Some earthquakes are so small that you don't even feel them, while others can make even big buildings shake! Learn why earthquakes happen, where they are most likely to occur, and what to do if one happens near you.
10) Earthquake!
Author
Publisher
Aladdin/Simon Spotlight
Pub. Date
2009.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
550L
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations ; 23 cm.
Language
English
Description
Explains that earthquakes are caused by plate movement.
Author
Series
Language
English
Formats
Description
"Earthquakes can be a slight shake almost no one notices. Or, they can be catastrophic events that level city blocks. In this book, readers learn how and why earthquakes happen as well as how scientists predict and measure them today. Some of the worst earthquakes in history-and their destruction-are discussed, as are safety tips readers can easily remember should they find themselves in an earthquake. Full-color photographs highlight the reality...
Author
Lexile measure
620L
Language
English
Formats
Description
"Earthquakes happen when big plates of earth slide past one another. Powerful earthquakes can cause serious damage. Learn how scientists monitor for earthquakes, where they are common, and how to stay safe. Plus hear from an earthquake survivor!"--
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Plates crash to the floor and dressers topple over as the earth rumbles beneath you. Earthquake! These deadly natural disasters can leave people trapped under tons of wreckage. Despite being buried alive, some people have overcome the odds and lived to tell the tale. These true stories detail the amazing events of people who have emerged from the rubble during an earthquake.
16) Earthquakes!
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
In graphic novel format, text and illustrations explain how earthquakes happen, how their strength is measured, and how to stay safe during one.
Author
Series
Lexile measure
850L
Language
English
Formats
Description
"Earth--it's a disaster zone! For thousands of years, Earth has been shaking and shuddering with enormous earthquakes that rip through its crust and crack it wide open. But what causes these awesome forces of nature and where in the world are they most likely to occur? Discover the science behind epic earthquakes, the world's worst-ever epic earthquake disasters, and the technology that scientists are using to help prevent devastating earthquakes...
19) Earthquakes
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 8 - AR Pts: 2
Lexile measure
1100L
Language
English
Description
"A discussion of a major type of natural disaster, including descriptions of some of the most destructive; explanations of these phenomena, what causes them, and where they occur; and information about how to prepare for and survive these forces of nature. Features include an activity, glossary, list of resources, and index"--Provided by publisher.
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