hurricanes

Examines the next phase that took place from recovering from the aftermath of Hurrican Kartrina in 2005 and the steps that were and were not taken.

After two out-of-season hurricanes nearly destroy her island home, Corinne discovers that the god Huracan is angry and she, aided by friends and enemies alike, races to calm him.

After a devastating hurricane, a young boy asks for help rebuilding the neighborhood dock, his favorite place in the world, but finds that his neighbors need help first. Includes information about hurricanes and the parts of a dock.

"Examines what scientists know about hurricanes, how we can predict them, and how we learn from each event. Case studies and brief bios of key scientists and organizations highlight the information"--Provided by publisher.

In 2005, Hurricane Katrina swept through the Gulf of Mexico, leaving destruction in its wake. Learn about this disaster and its aftermath.

An examination of hurricanes that discusses what causes them, where they occur, and how to prevent them.

Introduces young readers to hurricanes, discussing how they are formed, how they are named and classified, what to do if a storm is on the way, and other related topics.

Born on Water Island in the Virgin Islands during a hurricane, which is considered bad luck, twelve-year-old Caroline falls in love with another girl--and together they set out in a hurricane to find Caroline's missing mother.

Tells children what to expect during a hurricane.

"It's 1900, and Charlie feels lucky to live in Galveston, Texas. Sure, there are storms sometimes. But nobody worries about hurricanes. Even a famous weather expert says it's impossible for a strong hurricane to strike Galveston. Which is why few people worry on the morning of September 8, when a big storm starts to brew. but Charlie watches with growing horror as monster waves rise up from the sea, as the wind starts to scream. by night, much of the city is under twenty feet of water. Will Charlie find a way to survive the storm of the century?"--Back cover.