His return to North Caicos Island leads fifteen-year-old Jim and his friend Julia into more danger and adventure as they search for a missing naturalist, battle deadly poachers, and try to survive a hurricane.
As Hurricane Elmer hits, Judy, Stink, and the entire Moody clan hunker down and ride out the storm, but when the power goes out, Grandma Lou proposes some activities to pass the time in the dark.
Hurricanes are one of the deadliest natural disasters in the world. They are big and dangerous storms. People cannot stop hurricanes from happening, but scientists are now beginning to understand more about these storms.
"Adrift in heavy seas after a hurricane, Joe finds his boat pulled by strong currents and winds. He follows a flock of birds and discovers other sea creatures moving in the same direction toward some rocks. Can Joe's science skills help him to survive?"--Provided by publisher.
A hurricane is forming over the ocean. Humans get ready by boarding up windows and gathering food and supplies. But what do wild animals do before and during hurricanes? Based on scientific research and noted observations, this book answers that question about a variety of different animals. Includes "For Creative Minds" educational section.
Describes what causes hurricanes and tornadoes and provides case studies of significant occurrences, such as the Tangail tornado in Bangladesh in 1996 and Hurricane Katrina.
Describes the origin, progress, and aftermath of Hurricane Sandy, which struck the islands of the Caribbean and the northeast United States in October 2012.
As Hurricane Elmer hits, Judy, Stink, and the entire Moody clan hunker down and ride out the storm, but when the power goes out, Grandma Lou proposes some activities to pass the time in the dark.
