Clouds

Children's Literature - Carolyn Mott Ford

How clouds form and what they are made of is simply explained. Cirrus clouds are thin and high in the sky and indicate rain or snow. Small white cumulus clouds mean good weather, while big dark ones bring heavy rain. Stratus clouds are low and gray and usually indicate drizzle while nimbostratus clouds are darker and bring rain or snow. The "Note to Parents and Teachers" points out that early readers may need assistance with the vocabulary and in understanding the sections of the book. It is also noted that the reader is challenged with compound and complex sentence structure. However, the clarity of the writing and the accompanying pictures will aid even the youngest reader. The "Words to Know" section defines the scientific terms and other words which may be unfamiliar to young readers. Suggestions for further reading and Internet sites for additional research are included. This informative book is part of the "Weather" series.