weather

Discusses what weather occurs during summer, both typical and extreme, and shows how the weather in summer can differ based on geographic location. Includes audio, videos, activities, weblinks, slideshows, transparencies, maps, quizzes, and supplementary resources.

"Understanding climate change requires an understanding of this planet's climate systems, which is a complex system of interrelated parts that work together to create weather. In this . . . book reades will learn about the five elements of the climate system: the air (atmosphere), all the living things on Earth (biosphere), ice (cryopsphere), land (lithosphere), and oceans (hydrosphere)"--Back cover.

"When Zeke the Weather Geek wakes up on his ninth birthday, his Mood Meter is at an all-time high. This is going to be the best birthday ever, because today, he will finally be getting a Saint Bernard puppy. And on top of that, he just knows that his idea for the Winter Weather Photo Contest is a winner. But things quickly go downhill when his perfect snowflake shot for the photo contest is washed out by rain. And when his mom presents him with a cold-blooded lizard instead of a warm, cuddly dog, his Mood Meter takes a plunge to negative 100 degrees... Zeke Abramovich's Birthday is a total washout! The weather takes its own turn for the worse when a blizzard strikes the town, and the power goes out. Then it's up to Zeke and his knowledge of weather to save the day and the lizard, and to snap a unique photo that earns him the prize and the coveted title of Weather Warrior. Black-and-white art on every spread brings the story to life, adds humor, and helps support and propel readers through the story. The first title in a fun new series of early chapter books about a nine-year-old whose passion is the weather, Zeke the Weather Geek celebrates science in the real world"--Provided by the publisher.

Once the snow starts falling in winter, the word "blizzard" is often thrown around in conversation. But meteorologists will only use this term for specific weather conditions. Readers of this accessible book, full of essential earth-science concepts, will be surprised that snow doesn't even have to fall for a weather event to be correctly labeled a blizzard! They may also be stunned at how truly dangerous and destructive an actual blizzard can be. All the frigid facts and figures of blizzards that learners need to know, including information about historic blizzards, are clearly explained in carefully crafted text complemented by striking photographs.

Readers will discover the science behind tornadoes and learn how first responders aid in the coping, healing, and rebuilding of the affected communities post-disaster. Focused on 21st Century content, the SEL- (social-emotional learning) and inquiry-based sidebars encourage young readers to think, create, guess, and ask questions. Includes a table of contents, glossary, index, author biography, bibliography, and sidebars.

Ally goes on an adventure with her mother and grandmother in the rain and sees many interesting things, but the best is when they come upon the "toad detour".

"Follow a hurricane expert and her family when they are sent to help track a tropical storm in Florida. An adventure-filled graphic novel that provides young readers information about weather and hurricanes. Learn from these weather warriors how hurricanes form, how to stay safe during a hurricane, and when to evacuate the area"--Provided by publisher.

Simple text and photographs introduce tools that tell us about weather, such as thermometers, weather balloons, and rain gauges.

"When the temperatures start getting warmer and the sun starts to stay up longer, it's spring! This season of changing weather brings rain, sunshine, and more. Explore all kinds of spring weather through simple, inviting text paired with vibrant images for seasons of fun!"--Provided by publisher.

"Listen for thunder, rain, wind, and more in this book about the sounds you can hear all around you!"--Back cover.