In time of need

Describes the causes and effects of wars throughout the world, how relief agencies help, and what can be done to predict and prevent future wars.

Describes fire, how it is both useful and dangerous, and what can be done to protect people, animals, and the environment from many types of fires.

Describes the causes and effects of famines and droughts throughout the world, how relief agencies help, and what can be done to prevent future famines.

Describes the causes and effects of floods throughout the world, how relief agencies help, and what can be done to predict and prevent future floods.

Explains what earthquakes are, looks at what happens when an earthquake occurs, and discusses the disruptions earthquakes can cause in the lives of people, as well as efforts to help them recover.