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Books in Eye on the Sky series

  • When Floods Flow

    Barbara Linde

    Paperback (Gareth Stevens Pub, July 15, 2015)
    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 rivers volume slowly increases and overflows its banks. However, once flooding is happening, its very hard to stop. Additionally, flash floods dont 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 up close, emphasizing the importance of preparing for a flood should readers live in an area where theyre commonor not.
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  • Eyes on the Sky - Uranus

    Linda George

    Hardcover (KidHaven Press, Dec. 13, 2002)
    Discovered in 1781, Uranus revealed few of its secrets until Voyager 2 visited the planet in 1986. One of the "gas giants," Uranus has rings and 21 identified moons, one of which is "the most bizarre body in the Solar System." This volume reveals what we know about this planet, and the mysteries that remain.
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  • When Tornadoes Touch Down

    Therese Shea

    Paperback (Gareth Stevens Pub, July 15, 2015)
    For years, people in Tornado Alley were the ones who had to worry most about tornadoes occurring near their homes. However, as climate change occurs, tornadoes have become more common around the United States. Tornado prediction and tracking has gotten increasingly better, too. Readers learn how tornadoes happen, how they are measured, and what to do if a tornado watch or warning is issued. Real-life stories of tornado devastation, such as those that occurred in Joplin, Mississippi, in 2011, emphasize how serious this weather event can be. Full-color photographs and sidebars offer additional perspectives about tornado chasing, destruction, and preparation.
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  • When Blizzards Blow

    Therese Shea

    Paperback (Gareth Stevens Pub, July 15, 2015)
    Introduces blizzards, describing the conditions that cause them, how meteorologists predict them, and how to stay safe, along with information about some of the worst blizzards of the past.
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  • Cloudy

    Alice K Flanagan

    Library Binding (Child's World, Jan. 1, 2019)
    A very simple introduction to various types of clouds, what they're made of, and the different types of weather they can bring. Additional items to aid comprehension include a phonetic glossary, sources for further research, an index, and an introduction to the author.
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  • Icy

    Juniata Rogers

    Library Binding (Child's World, Jan. 1, 2019)
    A very simple introduction to icy weather conditions, when they occur, and the other weather patterns associated with it. Additional items to aid comprehension include a phonetic glossary, sources for further research, an index, and an introduction to the author.
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  • When Lightning Strikes

    Ryan Nagelhout

    Paperback (Gareth Stevens Pub, July 15, 2015)
    Introduces lighting strikes and discusses what causes them, different types of lightning, thunderstorms, the possibility that they will become more common, and safety measures before, during, and after a storm.
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  • When Hail Hits

    Christine Honders

    Paperback (Gareth Stevens Pub, July 15, 2015)
    Most of the time, hail occurs as tiny pellets not much bigger than gravel or sand. But when the conditions are right, hailstones can be as big as golf balls or even baseballs! They crack car windshields, take down power lines, and even injure people outside when they fall. Readers learn lots of cool science about not just how hail forms, but what conditions need to be for hail to be destructive. Full-color photographs emphasize just how big hailstones can be and how much damage they can cause. Relatable sidebars tackle important details and highlight real-life hail events for interested readers.?
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  • When Blizzards Blow

    Therese Shea

    Library Binding (Gareth Stevens Pub, Aug. 1, 2015)
    Introduces blizzards, describing the conditions that cause them, how meteorologists predict them, and how to stay safe, along with information about some of the worst blizzards of the past.
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  • Rainy

    Alice K Flanagan

    Library Binding (Child's World, Jan. 1, 2019)
    A very simple introduction to rain, how it forms, and where it falls. Additional items to aid comprehension include a phonetic glossary, sources for further research, an index, and an introduction to the author.
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  • Snowy

    Alice K Flanagan

    Library Binding (Child's World, Jan. 1, 2019)
    A very simple introduction to snow, how it forms, where it falls, and even its benefits. Additional items to aid comprehension include a phonetic glossary, sources for further research, an index, and an introduction to the author.
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  • Sunny

    Juniata Rogers

    Library Binding (Child's World, Jan. 1, 2019)
    A very simple introduction to the phenomenon of sunshine, when it optimally occurs, and the weather patterns associated with it. Additional items to aid comprehension include a phonetic glossary, sources for further research, an index, and an introduction to the author.
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