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Author
Publisher
Random House
Pub. Date
2011.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.8 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
740L
Physical Desc
119 pages : illustrations ; 20 cm.
Language
English
Description
Describes the changing nature of weather and how meteorologists predict and study such storms as tornadoes, hurricanes, and blizzards.
Author
Series
Mad Scientist Academy volume 2
Publisher
Crown Books for Young Readers
Pub. Date
[2016]
Edition
First edition.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 29 cm.
Language
English
Description
"In the second book of the series, Dr. Cosmic's class of clever monsters must face down blizzards, thunderstorms, floods, and tornadoes, in this perfect blend of adventure and exploration"--
Author
Publisher
VIKING/Published by the Penguin Group
Pub. Date
[2017]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 8.5 - AR Pts: 4
Lexile measure
1180L
Physical Desc
87 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 24 x 27 cm
Language
English
Description
"Hurricanes, typhoons, cyclones, tornadoes: when these giant storms hit, they are natural disasters with huge impact!"--
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.1 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Formats
Description
"What are tornadoes? Blizzards? Hurricanes? Readers will learn the ins and outs of severe weather in this book. Accessible text and appealing photos show severe weather conditions and encourage students to be weather aware and to take proper precautions in the event of severe weather"--Provided by publisher.
Author
Publisher
Harper Audio
Pub. Date
[2017]
Edition
Unabridged.
Physical Desc
1 audio disc (1 hr.) : CD audio, digital ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Description
New York Times bestselling author, award-winning meteorologist, and Today Show co-anchor Al Roker explores extreme weather phenomena in his first book for kids. Dive deep into a world of fascinating weather with everyone's favorite meteorologist, Al Roker! With this mesmerizing book that covers a wide range of topics; listeners will learn about the conditions that generate unique weather occurrences like red sprites, thundersnow, and fogsicles. Surprising...
10) Storm chasers
Author
Series
Fountas & Pinnell
R
Language
English
Formats
Description
Daring and Dangerous: Storm Chasers [...] introduces young readers to the exciting world of storm chasing. From tornadoes to hurricanes and other extreme weather events, this [...] book gives readers an inside look into how and why these daring people brave extreme weather and what they are trying to accomplish.
Author
Series
Lexile measure
910L
Language
English
Formats
Description
"Earth--it's a disaster zone! For thousands of years, Earth has been awash with fearsome floods that race across its surface, destroying everything in their paths. But what causes these awesome forces of nature and where in the world are they most likely to occur? Discover the science behind super floods, the world's worst-ever super flood disasters, and the technology that scientists are using to help prevent devastating floods of the future"--
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Formats
Description
"Blizzards bring blowing snow, bitter temperatures, and big snow drifts! This cool title introduces young readers to blizzard basics, including how, when, and where blizzards most often occur, how scientists predict blizzards and issue warnings, and what readers can do before, during, and after a blizzard to stay safe"--Provided by publisher.
13) When floods flow
Author
Series
Publisher
Gareth Stevens Publishing
Pub. Date
2016.
Physical Desc
32 pages : illustrations (some color), color maps ; 29 cm.
Language
English
Description
In many cases, floods are a sneaky disaster. They often take awhile to occur as rain builds up over many hours or days, or a river's volume slowly increases and overflows its banks. However, once flooding is happening, it's very hard to stop. Additionally, flash floods don't offer those living nearby much time to prepare or evacuate. Readers face the devastation that floods can cause as they learn how they occur. Full-color photographs show floods...
Author
Series
Language
English
Formats
Description
"When faced with nature's life and death circumstances, how would you respond? Survival stories recounts true stories of people overcoming adversity and surviving against the odds. Readers will learn which decisions survivors made that led to their rescues as well as tips and tricks on how to survive in similar situations."--Back cover.
Author
Series
Publisher
Children's Press, an imprint of Scholastic, Inc
Pub. Date
[2018]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.1 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations ; 19 x 22 cm.
Language
English
Description
If a hurricane was heading toward your home town, what would you do? Readers will enjoy the thrilling story of Carrie and Dan, two friends who find themselves caught in the path of a major hurricane. Along the way, they will learn how hurricanes form, how weather scientists track and study these storms, what people do to protect themselves from wind and flooding, and much more.
Author
Series
Publisher
Chronicle Books
Pub. Date
2007
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.5 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
1 v. (unpaged) : col. ill. ; 24 cm.
Language
Español
Description
Simple text with some complex words teaches children about storms and other natural disasters. Includes 4 collectable cards of different types of storms.
18) Wild weather
Author
Series
Publisher
World Book, Inc
Pub. Date
[2018]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.8 - AR Pts: 2
Physical Desc
96 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
A group of children learn about tornadoes and weather through visits with James Pollard Espy, William Charles Redfield, Vilhelm and Jacob Bjerknes, John Park Finley, Ernest Fawbush and Robert Miller, Ted Fujita, Christian Doppler and Evangelista Torricelli.
Author
Series
Publisher
Capstone Press
Pub. Date
2013.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.3 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
880L
Physical Desc
48 pages : color illustrations, color maps ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Describes the activity of storm chasing, including how it's done, the dangers involved, and how it has helped scientists learn about severe weather"--
Pub. Date
2018
Physical Desc
5 books and 1 toy in a canvas and clear vinyl bag
Language
English
Appears on list
Description
Braving the Storm! is a growing up guide to help kids work through the challenges of growing up and includes 3 story books about storms, 2 educational books about storms, and 1 weather dress-up toy. Learn how to be brave during a storm with these books and more.
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