floods

Briefly presents specific survival strategies that can be used in a flood.

An illustrated exploration of floods that discusses why they occur, the benefits and problems of them, preparations, and other related topics; and includes statistics, resources, a glossary, and an index.

On a terrifically rainy day, Ben has a dream in which he and his house float by the monuments of the world, half submerged in flood water.

Discusses the nature, causes, and dangers of floods, notable floods of the past, and ways to survive them.

An introduction to floods, discussing their causes and disastrous effects, historic floods, prevention, and how to survive them.

On May 31, 1889, as the waters rise in Johnstown, Pennsylvania, Sarah Beth, her mother, and Vincent, a boy she likes, struggle to save what they can from the flooding but when the dam collapses the reader is invited to choose between three possible endings for Sarah Beth and her family.

Sixteen-year-old Celestia is a wealthy member of the South Fork Fishing and Hunting Club, where she meets and falls in love with Peter, a hired hand who lives in the valley below, and by the time of the torrential rains that lead to the disastrous Johnstown flood of 1889, she has been disowned by her family and is staying with him in Johnstown. Includes an author's note and historical timeline.

When heavy rain causes flooding, Katie Woo and her parents spend the night in a shelter.

Outlines the unique weather conditions that cause flooding and examines the damage the floods can cause. Reveals how people prepare for and react to flooding and features full-color photographs, a glossary, and further reading sources.