avalanches

Discusses the science behind avalanches and what to do to stay safe from them.

Provides information about avalanches, discussing signs that the snow is unstable, how the height and steepness of mountains and weather conditions are important, what to do when an avalanche starts, and more.

Barry der Menschenretter, a Saint Bernard dog, reflects back on his life in the early 1800s at the Hospice of the Great Saint Bernard in the Swiss Alps, where he rescued some forty people from avalanches. Includes facts about the breed and the hospice.

Teaches young readers how snow that forms on mountains can turn into an avalanche, the difference between a sluff avalance and a slab avalanche, and some of the ways that professionals try to prevent dangerous avalances.

This book discusses the science behind avalanches and their effects.

An introduction to avalanches, covering causes, records, the three zones of an avalanche path, and other related topics.

While collecting pinecones for the winter feast, Violet Rabbit accepts the dare to ski down Snowdrop Slove, starts an avalanche and ends up on very thin ice--so it is up to the Superfairies to rescue her.

"Learn all about avalanches, from what causes them to what effects they have on humans"--Provided by publisher.

Alex and his classmates are enjoying the perfect day to build a snow fort, but when an avalanche heads their way their world is turned upside down.

Presents photos and facts about avalanches. Discusses what causes avalanches, the effects of avalanches, and staying safe. Includes a science activity, glossary, index, and online resources for further information.