"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"--Provided by the publisher.
"When the tsunami destroyed Makio's village, Makio lost his father. Sadly, he was not alone. Everyone lost someone the day the big wave came. With the villagers silenced by grief, Makio's anger at the ocean grows. Then one day his neighbor, Mr. Hirota, starts a mysterious project that helps the villagers heal. How? Mr. Hirota builds a phone booth on a hill, giving Makio and the villagers a chance to feel close to their loved ones again. Although the phone is not connected to anything, words are carried on the wind"--Provided by publisher.
"Simple text and full-color photography introduce beginning readers to tsunamis. Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through third grade"--Provided by publisher.
An exploration of tsunamis, covering what causes them, the destruction they can cause, myths about them, and more. Includes audio, videos, activities, weblinks, slideshows, transparencies, maps, quizzes, and supplementary resources.
Discusses the disasters that struck Japan in 2011, including a major earthquake followed by a tsunami that caused an accident in a nuclear power plant, and recounts stories of some of the survivors.
the devastating truth about volcanoes, earthquakes, and tsunamis
Woolf, Alex
Describes natural disasters, such as tsunamis, volcanic eruptions, and earthquakes, explaining what causes them, their impact, and how they can be predicted.
An illustrated exploration of tsunamis that discusses why they occur, the damage caused by them, how the are studied, and other related topics; and includes statistics, resources, a glossary, and an index.
