Shattering Earthquakes (Heinemann InfoSearch: Awesome Forces of Nature)

Spilsbury, Louise; Spilsbury, Richard

ISBN 10: 1432937847 ISBN 13: 9781432937843

Publisher: Heinemann, 2010

Synopsis

Scientists estimate that each year there are several million earthquakes throughout the world. Some are so small that they are never detected. Others are so large that they set off a chain of aftershocks and tsunamis. Read about these terrifying events to learn what causes them and how scientists detect them.

About this title

About the Author:

Louise Spilsbury is an experienced author of nonfiction books for young people. Her writing covers a wide range of topics from animals and science to history and social studies.

Richard Spilsbury is an experienced author of nonfiction books for young people. He has written about a wide range of topics including science, nature, and history.

Review:

Spreads in these updates of the 2004 editions address questions children may have about natural disasters and discuss causes, characteristics, and relevant science, including progress in predicting the events. Case studies illustrate the human response. N --School Library Journal

This visually appealing series is sure to catch the eyes of students and educators. Whether reading for research purposes or just for fun, these titles are sure to please. The interesting and accurate facts are presented in an easily understood vocabulary --Library Media Connection

This Heinemann Info-Search series offers truly awesome descriptions of natural phenomena. Each book packages facts, science, statistics, and human experience with natural phenomena in a way that flows logically, making it attractive and understandable for --NSTA Recommends

About this edition

• Publisher: Heinemann
• Publication date: 2010
• ISBN 10: 1432937847
• ISBN 13: 9781432937843
• Binding: Library Binding
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 32