Sweeping Tsunamis (Awesome Forces of Nature) - Softcover

Spilsbury, Louise; Spilsbury, Richard

9781432937928: Sweeping Tsunamis (Awesome Forces of Nature)

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1432937928 ISBN 13: 9781432937928

Publisher: Heinemann/Raintree, 2010

Volcanic eruptions, landslides, and underwater earthquakes can all cause tsunamis, deadly waves that can go unnoticed in the open water until the waves get close to shore. In this book that discusses the causes of tsunamis, you'll also learn how tsunamis are formed, what type of damage they do, and where some of the worst tsunamis in history occurred.

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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

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