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2) Earthquakes
Author
Series
Publisher
Jump!, Inc
Pub. Date
[2016]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"Carefully leveled text and engaging full-color photos introduce early fluent readers to the science behind earthquakes, including where and why earthquakes happen and how to stay safe when the ground starts to shake. Includes activity, glossary, and index."--
3) Earthquakes
Author
Series
Publisher
ABDO Pub. Co
Pub. Date
2012.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.4 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Presents information about earthquakes, what causes them, and where they are likely to occur and describes the effects of some of the most famous hurricanes of the past.
Author
Series
Publisher
Lerner Publications
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
English
Description
"Earthquakes happen when big plates of earth slide past one another. Powerful earthquakes can cause serious damage! Learn where earthquakes are common and how to stay safe, and hear from someone who survived an earthquake"--
8) Earthquakes
Author
Series
Publisher
Britannica Educational Publishing, in association with Rosen Educational Publishing
Pub. Date
2019.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 5.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"A book for young readers about earthquakes"--
Author
Publisher
KidHaven Publishing
Pub. Date
2018.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Readers are introduced to the world of volcanoes and earthquakes in this explosive text, which supports current science curriculum topics. Exciting main text explains why the earth shifts beneath our feet and how this has contributed to altering Earth s geography. Detailed fact boxes, simple diagrams, and eye-catching, full-color photographs provide additional information alongside the text. Young learners will become experts on volcanoes and earthquakes...
Author
Publisher
National Geographic
Pub. Date
[2013]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.6 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
1040L
Language
English
Description
Introduces kids to plate tectonics and the tumultuous forces brewing beneath the Earth's surface that result in massive volcanoes and earth-shattering earthquakes. Includes over 100 photos and pictures, field notes, quizzes, and an interactive glossary.
Author
Series
Publisher
Viking
Pub. Date
[2015]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 8.2 - AR Pts: 3
Language
English
Description
"'New York Times' bestselling author, explorer, journalist, and geologist Simon Winchester who's been shaken by earthquakes in New Zealand, skied through Greenland to help prove the theory of plate tectonics, and even charred the soles of his boots climbing a volcano looks at the science, technology, and societal impact of these inter-connected natural phenomena"--
Author
Publisher
PowerKids Press
Pub. Date
[2018]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
The ground begins to shake and dishes rattle on the shelves. It's an earthquake. Readers will learn why and where quakes happen and how scientists measure them. This important earth science topic is covered in rich detail with full-color photographs and helpful diagrams. After reading this book, students will have a better understanding of how people stay safe before, during, and after an earthquake hits. STEM and engineering topics from the Next...
16) Earthquakes
Author
Series
Publisher
Enslow Publishing
Pub. Date
2021.
Language
English
Description
"Earthquakes have the power to significantly change landscapes and bring down massive buildings. Although they are still difficult to predict, seismologists have an in-depth understanding of where earthquakes are most likely to strike. With this engaging text, readers will learn about how plate tectonics, seismic waves, and faults can all play a role in unleashing an earthquake's destructive forces. Striking photos of historic earthquakes will also...
Author
Publisher
Crabtree Publishing Company
Pub. Date
[2020]
Language
English
Description
"We cannot prevent earthquakes, but we can try to minimize their impact on humans. This important book examines what scientists know about earthquakes, whether we can predict them, and how we learn from each event. By studying the destruction they cause, scientists and engineers continue to come up with new and improved technologies to predict earthquakes and make cities, buildings, and people safer. Case studies and brief bios of key scientists and...
Author
Series
Publisher
Gareth Stevens Publishing
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
"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...
Author
Series
Publisher
Gareth Stevens Publishing
Pub. Date
2018.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
In many parts of the world, earthquakes are a fact of life. From slight tremors to destructive quakes measuring above 5.5 on the Richter scale, earthquakes all start the same way. Readers explore the causes and effects of earthquakes throughout this book, studying recent major earthquakes that have happened around the world along the way. Presented in an exciting news magazine style complete with splashy headlines and eyewitness accounts of devastating...
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