Science of Natural Disasters

Give your readers the chance to examine the workings of the most well-known and powerful natural disasters on Earth. Each book dives into the science behind an event: how and where natural disasters happen, under what conditions, and how people can protect themselves and prepare for natural disasters. Readers also learn about new technologies focusing on mitigating damage from disasters and better predicting them in the future. Each riveting volume features awe-inspiring photographs, unique sidebars, and fact boxes that engage readers and provide vivid examples of science in action. Features include: Specific but age-appropriate scientific explorations and explanations of natural disasters. Facts detailing historical or statistical information related to the natural disaster. Includes NGSS standards for K to 3, with particular focus on preparing for and predicting natural disasters.