Books with title Natural Disasters - Hurricanes

Hurricanes and Floods is a tale of the forces of nature that cause more human death than any other. The 1900 disaster in Galveston, Texas, the ordeal of Hurricane Camille, and floods from Johnstown, Pennsylvania to Los Angeles, California, Listeners will be "swept away" by this fast-paced listen. Hurricanes and Floods is part of the Natural Disasters non-fiction series that will engage listeners of all ages, including English Language Learners. Nature unleashes its forces without regard to people or property. Blizzards, earthquakes, hurricanes and floods, tornadoes, and wildfires are all featured in this nonfiction series that also relates tales of survival and heroism, with a bit of the science behind these natural phenomena.

Nature's Record-Breakers is an exciting series filled with astonishing facts about wonders of the natural world and beyond. Full-color illustrations of record-breaking creatures, natural phenomena, and unique technologies are sure to capture the interest of readers of all ages. Accurate, easy-to-read text in a lively, accessible format will also encourage curious young readers to take a closer look at the marvelous details of their world.Take a look at some record-breaking disasters as well as what caused them.

Hurricanes are among nature's most powerful -- and most destructive --forces. This book takes a scientific look at how hurricanes form and travel, as well as their devastating effects on land, buildings, and people. The human response to hurricanes, including tracking techniques, preparedness policies, victim relief/rescue, and failed prevention efforts, is also addressed.

KINGFISHER KNOWLEDGE TAKES READERS INTO THE HEART OF A SUBJECT. STUNNING PHOTOGRAPHS AND THOUGHT-PROVOKING DIGITAL ARTWORK CAPTURE THE ESSENCE OF EACH TOPIC, WHILE COMPELLING TEXT GUIDES THE READER THROUGH A WEALTH OF INFORMATION. EACH CHAPTER ENCOURAGES THE READER TO DISCOVER MORE THROUGH LINKS TO WEB SITES, BOOKS, AND PLACES TO VISIT AND ALSO SUGGESTS POSSIBLE CAREER OPPORTUNITIES. KFK HURRICANES, TSUANAMIS, AND NATURAL DISASTERS BRINGS YOU FACE-TO-FACE WITH NATURE'S MOST DESTRUCTIVE AND TERRIFYING FORCES-FROM EARTHQUAKES TO DEADLY DISEASES. DISCOVER HOW OUR PLANET'S RESTLESS SURFACE CAN TRIGGER KILLER TSUNAMIS AND CAUSE VOLCANOES TO ERUPT EXPLOSIVELY. FIND OUT WHY FLOODS ARE THE WORLD'S GREATEST NATURAL KILLER AND WHAT HAPPENS WHEN TORNADOES AND HURRICANES STRIKE CITIES AND TOWNS. YOU'LL ALSO LEARN ABOUT HOW PEOPLE TRY TO PROTECT THEMSELVES FROM THESE CATASTROPHIC EVENTS

With more than twenty million copies sold in forty languages in ninety countries worldwide, DK Eyewitness been the most trusted young adult nonfiction book series for more than thirty years. Visually engaging, informative, and lively, the one-hundred-plus titles in the Eyewitness series focus on subjects that complement students' personal interests and areas of study to make learning simple and fun. The most trusted nonfiction series for teachers, librarians, and parents Wall charts and clip art CDs are perfect for school projects and homework help Unique integration of words and pictures make the series an ideal match for reluctant readers and ESL students

Learn how estimation and approximation theory can be helpful when natural disasters strike! This informative title tells the stories of Hurricane Katrina, tornadoes and thunderstorms in Oklahoma, and a tsunami in Indonesia. All of these natural disasters were very dangerous and devastating, but estimations and predictions saved lives! This title teaches readers about the properties of natural disasters, while reminding them how vital mathematics can be! Children can explore the math behind these natural disasters through practice problems. These practical examples, along with vibrant images, clear mathematical diagrams, easy-to-read text, STEM themes, and an accessible glossary, will keep readers engaged and will re-enforce the importance of mathematics.