severe storms

"[Cappucci is] a meteorologist for The Washington Post, and you might think of him as Doogie Howser meets Bill Paxton from Twister, with a dash of Leonardo DiCaprio from Catch Me If You Can. Combining reportage and accessible science with personal storytelling and infectious enthusiasm, Looking Up is a riveting ride through the state of our weather and a touching story about parents and mentors helping a budding scientist achieve his improbable dreams. Throughout, readers get a tutorial on the basics of weather science and the impact of the climate"--Provided by publisher.

Describes dangerous and destructive weather conditions around the world, such as thunderstorms, tornadoes, hurricanes, lightning, hail, and drought, with photographs, historical background, and legends.

A look at storms, covering tornadoes, hurricanes, and other severe weather and discussing when, where, and how they form.

Tells children what to expect during a hurricane.

When a monster storm descends on Mount Denali in Alaska, several teams of climbers are trapped in the blizzard, and Lieutenant Jamal Jenkins and his squad of Pararescuemen are called on to locate and rescue them--if they can survive some of the harshest conditions on the planet.

Teaches readers about the many different types of extreme weather and how climate change is drastically affecting the weather.

"A book for young readers about hurricanes"--Provided by publisher.

This title provides a basic overview of thunderstorms and how they form.

Color photographs and text explore how to survive a tornado.

Color photographs and text explore how to survive a flood.