Did you know? Earth science

Earth's weather and natural disasters are important topics in the early elementary curriculum, but they're also dazzling, high-interest subjects that are sure to wow readers of all ages. Text about storms, blizzards, hurricanes, tornadoes, and more is accompanied by amazing photographs of weather phenomena. Where is the rainiest place on Earth? Which hurricane earned the nickname 'Frankenstorm'? How hot is a bolt of lightning?.

This detailed book has a wealth of information about what fossils can show us and how paleontologists learn from them, including facts about plants, dinosaurs, and extinction. Young scientists are shown how they too can be fossil hunters!.

"This book explores the universe using 20 fascinating facts"--Provided by publisher.