Landslides
Part of the Natural Disasters (ABDO) series
Clear, easy-to-read text pairs with oversized, gripping photos to introduce readers to the basics of landslides. Readers will learn why they happen, where they occur, and how they change land and affect communities. Types of landslides are also explained. A Case Study chapter discusses the 2010 Gansu landslide, while a map aids comprehension. Damage, safety methods, rescue missions, measurement, and prediction are also covered. "Breaking News" fact boxes appear throughout, and the book concludes with a "News Flash!" facts page. This compelling title will leave readers feeling more informed about the landslides they hear about in the news. Features include a table of contents, a glossary with phonetic spellings, and an index. Big Buddy BOOKS is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company. Detailed maps Glossary of key words Table of contents Learn all about the powerful Natural Disasters that shape our planet. Easy-to-read chapters and vibrant, full-color photos help readers explore what causes each event, plus the ways scientists work to predict and prevent them. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Zoom is a division of ABDO.
Tsunamis
Part of the Natural Disasters (ABDO) series
Clear, easy-to-read text pairs with oversized, gripping photos to introduce readers to the basics of tsunamis. Readers will learn why they happen, where they occur, and how they change land and affect communities. A simple diagram illustrates a wave train. A Case Study chapter discusses the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami, while a map aids comprehension. The 2011 Japan tsunami is shown as well. Damage, safety methods, rescue missions, measurement, and prediction are also covered. "Breaking News" fact boxes appear throughout, and the book concludes with a "News Flash!" facts page. This compelling title will leave readers feeling more informed about the tsunamis they hear about in the news. Features include a table of contents, a glossary with phonetic spellings, and an index. Big Buddy BOOKS is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company. Detailed maps Glossary of key words Table of contents Learn all about the powerful Natural Disasters that shape our planet. Easy-to-read chapters and vibrant, full-color photos help readers explore what causes each event, plus the ways scientists work to predict and prevent them. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Zoom is a division of ABDO.
Earthquakes
Part of the Natural Disasters (ABDO) series
Clear, easy-to-read text pairs with oversized, gripping photos to introduce readers to the basics of earthquakes. Readers will learn why they happen, where they occur, and how they change land and affect communities. Simple, labeled diagrams illustrate elevated concepts, such as seismic waves. A Case Study chapter discusses the Haiti earthquake of 2010, while a map aids comprehension. The 2011 Japan earthquake is shown as well. Damage, safety methods, rescue missions, and measurement are also covered. "Breaking News" fact boxes appear throughout, and the book concludes with a "News Flash!" facts page. This compelling title will leave readers feeling more informed about the earthquakes they hear about in the news. Features include a table of contents, a glossary with phonetic spellings, and an index. Big Buddy BOOKS is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company. Detailed maps Glossary of key words Table of contents Learn all about the powerful Natural Disasters that shape our planet. Easy-to-read chapters and vibrant, full-color photos help readers explore what causes each event, plus the ways scientists work to predict and prevent them. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Zoom is a division of ABDO.
Tsunamis
Part of the Natural Disasters (ABDO) series
This transitional reader title gives information about how and why tsunamis happen, where they most commonly happen, their effects, and tsunami safety. This series is at a Level 3 and is written specifically for transitional readers. Aligned to the Common Core standards and correlated to state standards. Dash! is an imprint of Abdo Zoom, a division of ABDO. Glossary of key words Index Learn all about the powerful Natural Disasters that shape our planet. Easy-to-read chapters and vibrant, full-color photos help readers explore what causes each event, plus the ways scientists work to predict and prevent them. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Zoom is a division of ABDO.
Volcanic Eruptions
Part of the Natural Disasters (ABDO) series
This transitional reader title gives information about how and why volcanic eruptions happen and their effects. This series is at a Level 3 and is written specifically for transitional readers. Aligned to the Common Core standards and correlated to state standards. Dash! is an imprint of Abdo Zoom, a division of ABDO. Glossary of key words Index Learn all about the powerful Natural Disasters that shape our planet. Easy-to-read chapters and vibrant, full-color photos help readers explore what causes each event, plus the ways scientists work to predict and prevent them. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Zoom is a division of ABDO.
Avalanches
Part of the Natural Disasters (ABDO) series
This transitional reader title gives information about how and why avalanches happen, their effects, and avalanche safety. This series is at a Level 3 and is written specifically for transitional readers. Aligned to the Common Core standards and correlated to state standards. Dash! is an imprint of Abdo Zoom, a division of ABDO. Glossary of key words Index Learn all about the powerful Natural Disasters that shape our planet. Easy-to-read chapters and vibrant, full-color photos help readers explore what causes each event, plus the ways scientists work to predict and prevent them. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Zoom is a division of ABDO.
Droughts
Part of the Natural Disasters (ABDO) series
This transitional reader title gives information about how and why droughts happen and their effects. This series is at a Level 3 and is written specifically for transitional readers. Aligned to the Common Core standards and correlated to state standards. Dash! is an imprint of Abdo Zoom, a division of ABDO. Glossary of key words Index Table of contents Learn all about the powerful Natural Disasters that shape our planet. Easy-to-read chapters and vibrant, full-color photos help readers explore what causes each event, plus the ways scientists work to predict and prevent them. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Zoom is a division of ABDO.
Wildfires
Part of the Natural Disasters (ABDO) series
This transitional reader title gives information about how and why wildfires happen, their effects, and wildfire safety. This series is at a Level 3 and is written specifically for transitional readers. Aligned to the Common Core standards and correlated to state standards. Dash! is an imprint of Abdo Zoom, a division of ABDO. Glossary of key words Index Learn all about the powerful Natural Disasters that shape our planet. Easy-to-read chapters and vibrant, full-color photos help readers explore what causes each event, plus the ways scientists work to predict and prevent them. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Zoom is a division of ABDO.
Earthquakes
Part of the Natural Disasters (ABDO) series
This transitional reader title gives information about how and why earthquakes happen, where they most commonly happen, and their effects. This series is at a Level 3 and is written specifically for transitional readers. Aligned to the Common Core standards and correlated to state standards. Dash! is an imprint of Abdo Zoom, a division of ABDO. Glossary of key words Index Learn all about the powerful Natural Disasters that shape our planet. Easy-to-read chapters and vibrant, full-color photos help readers explore what causes each event, plus the ways scientists work to predict and prevent them. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Zoom is a division of ABDO.
Hurricanes
Part of the Natural Disasters (ABDO) series
Clear, easy-to-read text pairs with oversized, gripping photos to introduce readers to the basics of hurricanes. Readers will learn why they happen, where they form, and how they change land and affect communities. A simple, labeled diagram illustrates the inside of a hurricane. A Case Study chapter discusses Hurricane Katrina, while a map aids comprehension. Damage, safety methods, rescue missions, measurement, and prediction are also covered. "Breaking News" fact boxes appear throughout, and the book concludes with a "News Flash!" facts page. This compelling title will leave readers feeling more informed about the hurricanes they hear about in the news. Features include a table of contents, a glossary with phonetic spellings, and an index. Big Buddy BOOKS is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company. Detailed maps Glossary of key words Table of contents Learn all about the powerful Natural Disasters that shape our planet. Easy-to-read chapters and vibrant, full-color photos help readers explore what causes each event, plus the ways scientists work to predict and prevent them. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Zoom is a division of ABDO.
Wildfires
Part of the Natural Disasters (ABDO) series
Clear, easy-to-read text pairs with oversized, gripping photos to introduce readers to the basics of wildfires. Readers will learn why they happen, where they occur, and how they affect land. Types of wildfires are also explained, and a simple diagram illustrates the fire triangle. A Case Study chapter discusses the Peshtigo Fire of 1871, while a map aids comprehension. Firefighting and smoke jumpers, damage and cleanup work, safety methods, and preventive measures are also covered. "Breaking News" fact boxes appear throughout, and the book concludes with a "News Flash!" facts page. This compelling title will leave readers feeling more informed about the wildfires they hear about in the news. Features include a table of contents, a glossary with phonetic spellings, and an index. Big Buddy BOOKS is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company. Detailed maps Glossary of key words Table of contents Learn all about the powerful Natural Disasters that shape our planet. Easy-to-read chapters and vibrant, full-color photos help readers explore what causes each event, plus the ways scientists work to predict and prevent them. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Zoom is a division of ABDO.
Volcanoes
Part of the Natural Disasters (ABDO) series
Clear, easy-to-read text pairs with oversized, gripping photos to introduce readers to the basics of volcanoes. Readers will learn why eruptions happen, where they occur, and how they change land and affect communities. Types of volcanoes are also explained, and a simple, labeled diagram illustrates the inside of a volcano. A Case Study chapter discusses the Mount Saint Helens eruption of 1980, while a map aids comprehension. Damage and cleanup work, safety methods, measurement, and prediction are also covered. "Breaking News" fact boxes appear throughout, and the book concludes with a "News Flash!" facts page. This compelling title will leave readers feeling more informed about the volcanoes they hear about in the news. Features include a table of contents, a glossary with phonetic spellings, and an index. Big Buddy BOOKS is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company. Detailed maps Glossary of key words Table of contents Learn all about the powerful Natural Disasters that shape our planet. Easy-to-read chapters and vibrant, full-color photos help readers explore what causes each event, plus the ways scientists work to predict and prevent them. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Zoom is a division of ABDO.