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Volcanoes
Cari Meister
Paperback (Jump!, March 1, 2016)In Volcanoes, early fluent readers learn what volcanoes are, why they form, and what makes them so dangerous. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn about the deadliest volcanoes and how to stay safe when the ground spits fire. An infographic illustrates the different parts of a volcano, and an activity offers kids an opportunity to extend discovery. Children can learn more about volcanoes using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Volcanoes also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index. Volcanoes is part of Jump!'s Disaster Zone series.
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Hurricane!
Cynthia Pratt Nicolson
Paperback (Kids Can Press, Sept. 1, 2002)Chock-full of facts, photos and activities, this title in the Disaster series explores how hurricanes happen, and the havoc they cause.
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Blizzards
Cari Meister
Paperback (Jump!, March 1, 2016)In Blizzards, early fluent readers learn about the conditions that turn a gentle snowstorm into a disastrous blizzard. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn about the deadliest blizzards and how to s
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The Titanic: The Tragedy at Sea
Kathleen W Deady
Library Binding (Capstone Press, Sept. 1, 2002)Describes the giant ocean liner Titanic, and the events that led up to its sinking in the spring of 1912, and the effects of the disaster on sea travel.
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Avalanches
Vanessa Black
Paperback (Jump! Inc., Jan. 1, 2017)"Carefully leveled text and vibrant photographs introduce early readers to the science behind avalanches. Includes map, infographics, activity, glossary, and index."--
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Anatomy of a Shipwreck
Sean McCollum
Library Binding (Capstone Press, July 1, 2010)When the Titanic was built, many people thought the massive ship was unsinkable. Today it rests on the ocean floor. Learn about why ships sink and how past disasters and modern technology have led to safer ships.
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1906 San Francisco Earthquake
Tim Cooke
Library Binding (Gareth Stevens Pub Learning library, Jan. 1, 2005)Looks at the San Fransisco earthquake of April 18, 1906, measuring 7.8 on the Richter scale and discusses the aftermath and what scientists learned from the disaster.
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In the Air
Jason Hook
Hardcover (Chrysalis Books Group, Aug. 31, 2002)So why did they happen Disasters affect everyone. Some make you laugh, some make you cry and some just defy belief. This series takes a compelling look at how humankind and the planet has coped with some of the most prolific disasters around the world throughout history - from ancient times up to the present day. Each title combines fascinating disaster facts with descriptions of catastrophes and dramatic stories of survival and daring rescues that will have the reader on the edge of their seat.
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Tornadoes
Cari Meister
Paperback (Jump!, March 1, 2016)In Tornadoes, early fluent readers learn about what happens during a tornado, including how and where tornadoes form. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn about the deadliest tornadoes and how to stay safe when a tornado is sighted. An infographic illustrates the role air temperature plays in creating a tornado, and an activity offers kids an opportunity to extend discovery. Children can learn more about tornadoes using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Tornadoes also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index. Tornadoes is part of Jump!'s Disaster Zone series.
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