earthquakes

Explores the forces that shape the planet and the lives of its inhabitants. Rare footage captures the violence of natural disasters, from hurricanes to volcanoes.

Ready for her next adventure, 11-year-old Magnolia Stone gets her wish when she and her best friend Nate are stranded after a major earthquake along with other unusual creatures and must save Yellowstone National Park--and themselves.

Illustrations and text introduce earthquakes, from their history and causes, to how they are measured and where they occur.

Describes tsunamis, how they occur, and the damage they cause.

Describes earthquakes, how they occur, and the damage they cause.

"Would you feel an earthquake if it happened? Are you sure? The ground moves all the time without anybody paying it any attention. But at their most extreme, earthquakes can move mountains and even shift the North Pole! Discover extreme facts about earthquakes in this fun and kooky book"--.

Tsunamis are a destructive natural force. Unlike with blizzards, hurricanes, and some other natural disasters, people often only have a few minutes' warning to find safety when one hits. Knowing the signs that a tsunami is on its way can make the difference between life and death. This volume explores what happens before, during, and after a tsunami to give readers a comprehensive overview of this catastrophic event. Full-color photographs show the reality of a tsunami, and the accessible text encourages reluctant readers.

This book, created for a high/low audience, is packed with fascinating information about earthquakes. Includes resources.

"This transitional reader title gives information about how and why earthquakes happen and their effects"--Provided by publisher.