tornadoes

A brief introduction to tornadoes, explaining what they are, how they start and progress, where and when they occur, and how to stay safe in tornado conditions. Includes a glossary.

This book discusses the science behind tornadoes and their effects. The chapters describe deadly tornadoes, examine the weather conditions that cause tornadoes, and explain how people prepare for these disasters. Diagrams, charts, and photos provide opportunities to evaluate and understand the scientific concepts involved.

Briefly presents specific survival strategies that can be used in a tornado.

On May 20, 2013, the worst tornado on record scored a direct hit on the town of Moore, Oklahoma (a quiet suburb south of Oklahoma City) leveling whole neighborhoods and destroying a school while students and staff cowered inside. Journalist Holly Bailey went back to her home town to talk with the survivors.

"Bel and her cousin, Dylan, explore the topic of tornadoes, learning how they are formed and how to stay safe when tornadoes happen"--Provided by publisher.

"Tells the stories of two young people who survived terrifying tornadoes in Joplin, Missouri and includes facts about tornadoes and profiles of the well-respected scientists and storm chasers who study them".--Back cover.

Examines the origins and behaviors of natural disasters, including earthquakes, tornadoes, and volcanoes.

When Jack and Annie travel back to the Kansas prairie in search of "something to learn," they gain an understanding of how hard life was for pioneers and they experience the terror of a tornado.

Freddy the Frogcaster and the Frog News Network leap into action and warn all their fellow frogs to be prepared for a possible tornado, but soon Freddy the Frogcaster and his storm chasing friend Tad Polar find themselves in danger.

"What is tornado alley and where in the world is it? Why are tornadoes called "twisters"? This dynamic title answers these questions and more as readers discover what tornadoes look like, how, when, and where they most often form, how scientists predict and track them, and the safety steps they can take before, during, and after a tornado touches down"--Provided by publisher.