Books with title Tsunamis

The sudden arrival of a "harbor wave" in a crowded seaport has terrified coastal residents for centuries. Tsunamis are among the deadliest natural catastrophes, in some cases killing thousands of people in a matter of minutes. Readers will learn how tsunamis develop, what kinds of damage they cause, and how scientists are using warning systems to give people more time to flee disaster. Some of the deadliest tsunamis in history, including the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami, are also discussed.

"A tsunami is a series of powerful sea waves that can travel as fast as a commercial jet and sweep people and even buildings away. With approachable text, fascinating sidebars, and diagrams that provide a memorable introduction to Earth science curricula, students will learn about the natural forces that cause these dangerous waves to form. Vivid photos will also keep readers captivated as they learn about the destruction the worst tsunamis in history have caused. In addition, students will learn about how scientific research is helping people find better ways to prepare for this dangerous natural disaster, saving lives"--

Vivid photographs and easy-to-read text explore the science behind how tsunamis form, where they most commonly occur, and how people can best stay safe during one. Features include a table of contents, two infographics, fun facts, a sidebar, Making Connections questions, a glossary, and an index. QR Codes in the book give readers access to book-specific resources to further their learning. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. DiscoverRoo is an imprint of Pop!, a division of ABDO.

A big tsunami hit Japans coast in March 2011. The tallest wave was as high as a 12-story building. Find out more in Tsunamis, one of the titles in the Surviving series. Surviving is a series of AV2 media enhanced books. A unique book code printed on page 2 unlocks multimedia content. These books come alive with video, audio, weblinks, slideshows, activities, hands-on experiments, and much more.

A tall wave speeds towards shore. As it approaches, it grows even bigger. A tsunami is near! These huge ocean waves cause immense destruction. But how do they form? Can they be prevented? This low-level text answers those questions and more using engaging text, vibrant photos, and descriptive photo labels. Additional features such as a map, a formation diagram, an intensity scale, and a tsunami profile give readers an even closer look at this natural disaster! From blizzards to hurricanes, tsunamis to volcanic eruptions, natural disasters affect billions of people across the world every year. But how do these events form, and what can we do to predict them? This low-level series is packed with formation diagrams, real-life disaster profiles, and other special features. Readers will walk away with an understanding of what causes natural disasters, how to prepare for them, and when to batten down the hatches!

Read anytime, anywhere with the free Kindle smartphone apps26 December 2004 was an unforgettable day for the coastal areas of India, Indonesia, Thailand and Sri Lanka. The Indian Ocean turned monstrous that morning. Giant waves struck these coasts, taking thousands of lives with them. This book not only explains this natural phenomenon but also features some stories of heroism by ordinary people.