Charlotte Taylor
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Pub. Date
2023.
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English
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"Floods are a scary force of nature. They can happen incredibly quickly, cause a lot of damage, and leave water behind for a long time. For those who live in flood-prone areas, preparation is key. This book offers tips to prepare for a flood in addition to exploring the main causes of floods, from flash floods to those that occur during hurricanes. Full-color photographs accompany the Earth science text to highlight some of the worst floods in recent...
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Pub. Date
2022.
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English
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"With a well-coordinated attack, a pack of wolves can take down prey twice their size. They circle their prey, searching for any weakness and attack the second that they find it. To keep track of their family over long distances, a wolf's howl can travel for up to 6 miles (9.6 km)! Through this book, young readers will discover more about these clever hunters and how they work together to take down any prey. Photographs pair with approachable text...
Author
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Pub. Date
2023.
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English
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"When the giant waves called tsunamis crash ashore, destruction can be terrible. While they can happen in any ocean, about 80 percent of tsunamis occur in the Pacific Ocean's "Ring of Fire," or the place where many earthquakes happen because it's where several tectonic plates meet. Readers learn all about what causes tsunamis and where they are most likely to happen in this book. The effects of climate change are also covered, as well as safety tips...
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Pub. Date
[2023]
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English
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"Blizzards are known for snow-but there doesn't even need to be a ton a snow for a storm to be called a blizzard! What storms qualify as "blizzards," how they're predicted and why blizzards are so dangerous are all covered in this engaging book. Readers are introduced to some of the worst blizzards in history, complete with photographs of the blowing snow and destruction they may have caused. Safety tips and survival skills are included for readers...
Author
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Pub. Date
2023.
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English
Description
"Tornadoes are some of the most dangerous forces of nature on Earth. Winds can swirl up to 300 miles per hour, destroying whatever is in their path. No matter the size of a tornado, any preparation or prediction is key for survival and mitigating damage. This book gives readers the facts behind what causes tornadoes and the reality of what happens when one hits. Real-life tornadoes are shown in examples and photographs, giving readers a front row...
Author
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Pub. Date
2023.
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English
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"There's no question about it: Hurricanes are becoming more frequent and getting worse as climate change occurs. These incredible forces of nature form over warm ocean waters near the equator. Their violent winds and heavy rains can cause great destruction and even loss of life. Luckily, technology has progressed enough that many places get at least some warning before a storm hits. In this book, readers learn more about what causes a hurricane, how...
Author
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Pub. Date
2023.
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English
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"Earthquakes can be a slight shake almost no one notices. Or, they can be catastrophic events that level city blocks. In this book, readers learn how and why earthquakes happen as well as how scientists predict and measure them today. Some of the worst earthquakes in history-and their destruction-are discussed, as are safety tips readers can easily remember should they find themselves in an earthquake. Full-color photographs highlight the reality...
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Pub. Date
2022.
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English
Description
"With the potential to weight over 2.5 tons, this massive predator lurks in the ocean, waiting for its next meal. With no natural predators, the great white is at the top of its food chain, drifting until it smells its next meal. When ready to dine on fish and seals, the great white moves quickly through the water, letting nothing stand in its way. Through photographs, readers will see how the great white hunts in the wild, learning how exactly the...
10) I take turns
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Pub. Date
2021.
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English
Description
"When you really want to do something, it can be hard to wait. You want to do it now! But sometimes you have to think of others and wait until it is your turn. In this accessible book, readers are encouraged to think about why and when we take turns. Each colorful spread presents a different real-life situation: Juan is hot and thirsty after playing soccer. He needs a drink! But his friends are thirsty, too. Everyone takes turns at the water fountain....
11) I say I'm sorry
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Pub. Date
2021.
Language
English
Description
"Knowing when to say we're sorry means knowing when we've hurt someone, whether it was intentional or not. This is not always easy to do, especially for children. This book presents readers with a variety of relatable scenarios in which young people recognize the need for an apology: Louis shares an embarrassing secret about Aaron with his other classmates, who make fun of Aaron. Louis feels bad for sharing Aaron's secret. What can he do? Each colorful...