Inside Tornadoes (Inside Series)

By Carson, Mary Kay

Publishers Summary:
Tornadoes are the most violent storms on the planet-as these dramatic photographs and gatefolds vividly reveal. Young readers will get the inside scoop on tornadoes in this electrifying volume, filled with powerful before-and-after images of storm sites. They'll discover what makes a tornado, where they strike, and what scientists discover as they risk their lives driving equipment as close as possible to these storms. With first-person accounts of historic storms, fascinating facts on climate change and its potential effect on tornadoes, and hands-on activities, this book will fascinate curious readers.

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ISBN
978-1-40275-879-9
Publisher
Sterling


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School Library Journal

Starred Review on December 1, 2010

Gr 4-6 The illustrations in these cool series titles are enhanced by 10 large gatefolds that allow kids to dig deeper into the topics and enjoy amazing illustrations. Each title clearly defines fact and theory, leaving puzzles for the next generation of scientists to solve. "Dinosaurs"is sure to fascinate future paleontologists as well as children who just like dinosaurs with plenty of riveting details and awesome art by the anatomical illustrator of the American Museum of Natural Hi...Log In or Sign Up to Read More

Horn Book Guide

Reviewed on January 1, 2010

Carson provides good-quality information about atmospheric science and the scientists studying the title natural disasters, along with historical exa...Log In or Sign Up to Read More

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