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Wildly Weird Weather: It's a Volcano Tornado!
SKU
038306
ISBN
9781538287910
Grade 2-5
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Product Overview
- A wacky series to pique any young reader’s interest!
- Nonfiction readers help students become experts and share what they know!
- A fun series to add to an Earth Science unit or weather study
Description
Is it a volcano or is it a tornado? The answer is, YES! This science reader for elementary students covers earth science topics with vivid full-color photographs. First learn about volcanoes—how and where they form, what they contain, and what happens when they erupt. Then learn about the mechanics of tornadoes. Now, learn about the perfect storm that can occur when both natural occurrences happen at the same time. 24 pgs., pb. ~Rebecca
Publisher's Description of Wildly Weird Weather: It's a Volcano Tornado!
What's more frightening than a volcano? A tornado that forms from a
volcano! A volcano tornado is a spinning vortex of air, formed from
severe high heat. These deadly spinning columns can spew hot lava,
leaving destruction in their wake. In this book, readers will learn all
about this unique natural phenomenon. They'll discover historic examples
of when volcano tornados have formed and the havoc they wreaked.
Vibrant photographs and informative fact boxes add dimension to the
high-interest material.
Category Description for Wildly Weird Weather
Enrich elementary students’ science studies with these nonfiction readers. Jam-packed with factoids, vivid full-color photographs, and quirky topics, these books instantly engage young readers. Each book also provides a glossary of new words that can be used as spelling or vocabulary words, further information on the topic either through additional books or websites, and an index to help look up quick facts. Each book covers a weird occurrence in nature—whether it is raining frogs, snow in Hawaii, or things being struck by lightning. Learn the science behind these natural wonders. ~Rebecca
Details
| Product Format: | Paperback |
|---|---|
| Grades: | 2-5 |
| Brand: | Gareth Stevens |
| ISBN: | 9781538287910 |
| Length in Inches: | 8.8125 |
| Width in Inches: | 7.75 |
| Height in Inches: | 0.9375 |
| Weight in Pounds: | 0.15 |
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