Nature unleashes its forces without regard to people or property. Blizzards, earthquakes, hurricanes and floods, tornadoes, and wildfires are all featured in this nonfiction series that also relates tales of survival and heroism, with a bit of the science behind these natural phenomena. This High-Interest, non-fiction series “Natural Disasters” engages readers of all ages.
Earthquakes
Earthquakes are the most powerful natural force on the planet. This nonfiction tale of some of the great quakes of history tells the personal and scientific stories of these disasters. From the New Madrid Quake of 1812 to more recent quakes around the world, the awesome effect are grippingly portrayed in this book.
Information on Reading Levels: Guided Reading Level: P, DRA 38, Spache 4.0, ATOS 6.2, Lexile 930, DRP 60