Reading essentials in science. Forces of nature

Introduces fish, their parts, habits, and life cycle. Discusses how overfishing and habitat destruction are threats to fish.

Explains the science behind floods, discussing how, why, and where they occur, and looking at significant floods of the past.

Presents an introduction to earthquakes including how they are measured, where they are expected to occur, how scientists study them, and some specific earthquakes in history.

Examines a number of famous volcanoes around the world including Mount Vesuvius, Mount St. Helens, and Mount Kilauea; describing how volcanoes are formed, how scientists monitor volcanoes, and the various types of volcanic eruptions.

Describes the conditions under which tornadoes form and where they are most likely to occur, examines some of the problems that accompany tornadoes, tells the stories of some of history's most destructive tornadoes, and looks at what is being done to limit storm damage.