meteorology

Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through grade three, this book introduces wind to young readers through leveled text and related photos.

Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through grade three, this book introduces thunderstorms to young readers through leveled text and related photos.

Relevant images match informative text in this introduction to snow. Intended for students in kindergarten through third grade.

Relevant images match informative text in this introduction to rain. Intended for students in kindergarten through third grade.

Relevant images match informative text in this introduction to clouds. Intended for students in kindergarten through third grade.

What's the difference between the climate and weather? How do we know global warming is real? The answers to these and many more pressing questions are explored in this book through memorable stories, infographic data dumps, and by engineering a solar oven from a pizza box, among other hands-on activities. Aimed at young brainiac's who want to know how many cow farts make up the Earth's atmosphere, and how to whip up a homemade storm.

"Weather affects us every day. How do we know what the weather will be like where we live? How can we prepare for it? Find out the science behind weather observation and prediction"--Provided by publisher.

Explores the science behind heat waves and droughts, examining their causes and effects. Discusses ways to protect yourself from heat waves and droughts, and what you can do to reduce their occurrence in the future. Includes color photographs, fact boxes, a timeline, activities, a glossary, and additional resources.

"Sunrises and lightning storms, rainbows and volcanoes, meteors and fireflies--these beautiful, and sometimes frightening, events that light up the sky might seem like magic. But there is a scientific explanation for each natural phenomenon. Find out the science behind the magic in this beautiful and enlightening nonfiction picture book"--Provided by the publisher.

"[Cappucci is] a meteorologist for The Washington Post, and you might think of him as Doogie Howser meets Bill Paxton from Twister, with a dash of Leonardo DiCaprio from Catch Me If You Can. Combining reportage and accessible science with personal storytelling and infectious enthusiasm, Looking Up is a riveting ride through the state of our weather and a touching story about parents and mentors helping a budding scientist achieve his improbable dreams. Throughout, readers get a tutorial on the basics of weather science and the impact of the climate"--Provided by publisher.