tornadoes

Describes the changing nature of weather and how meteorologists predict and study such storms as tornadoes, hurricanes, and blizzards.

Follows the antics of a hyperactive tornado who accidentally disrupts a friend's tea party when he gets a bit too goofy.

A tornado strikes town! And Janey worries about her friends, her neighbors, and the Third Street Pet Shelter. The shelter is intact, but overflowing with animals separated from their owners and in desperate need of some help! Time for the Pet Rescue Club to pitch in! But the shelter is at capacity and supplies are running low. Can Janey, Zach, Lolli, and Adam help find more room and food for all of the pets in need?.

A simple exploration of tornadoes, examining how these powerful storms develop, how scientists watch for them, and how to be prepared for one.

"What if tornadoes could be stopped or slowed down? In this [book], scientist Robin Tanamachi and her team are trying to come up with a way to predict tornadoes with even greater accuracy, and save countless lives across America's heartland"--Provided by publisher.

Through satellite images, Doppler radar, and storm footage, examines hurricanes and tornadoes, how they form and the destruction they cause.

"A countdown of five of the most devastating tornadoes provides thrills as readers discover more about the features of this whirling, funnel-shaped weather phenomenon"--Provided by publisher.

"It's important for students to understand how tornadoes form, their structure, and when and where they're likely to strike. Perhaps even more important is learning the damage they cause and how they affect communities around the world. This book offers readers both important STEM content they'll need for science class as well as real stories of recent tornadoes, including eye-opening photographs of the devastation they may cause and statistics boxes quantifying the damage. A news magazine style layout makes each section seem fresh and exciting, while also allowing for the inclusion of witness quotes and headlines"--Provided by the publisher.

"Helicity and her horse head out on a long ride to take a break from life at home, but even with her experience studying the atmosphere, Helicity is unprepared for a powerful tornado that wipes out her town. The choices Helicity makes before, during, and after that storm will have a lasting effect on her family and her future"--Adapted from back cover.

Describes the origin and nature of tornadoes and how to stay safe when threatened by one of these dangerous storms.