Earthquakes & Volcanoes, Earth Science
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Synopsis
This informative book has been newly revised in light of the devastating earthquakes in 2010 in Chile, Haiti, Turkey, Mexico, and China. When the earth shakes beneath your feet, the result can be dangerous and deadly. This book traces tremors and seismic waves and explains how we have prepared for the unexpected quakes that rock our cities and countryside. Special mention is made of: - the science of earthquakes, including earth's layers, plate tectonics, and major fault lines - types of seismic waves - technology used for forecasting, predicting, and measuring earthquakes - devastation from tsunamis, landslides, and fires cause by earthquakesEditorials
Children's Literature -
The rumble you hear may not be coming from the jungle but from right under your feet. If the plates start falling from your cupboards, it's likely because the plates underground are moving and shifting. This is what causes earthquakes. Jones takes readers through the process of an earthquake. Full-color photos and interesting facts about tectonic plates, the lithosphere and the earth's outer core will leave readers in awe. Graphs and maps of the earth show readers how amazing and deadly earthquakes can be, and how there is very little warning before one occurs. Readers will learn about areas that are frequently hit by deadly quakes like Indonesia, Chile and California to name a few. Kids can help deal with such events, and Jones explains how. Kids will learn how to be safe and what items to keep handy. The back of the book shows how animals know when quakes are coming. Parents and teachers will love sharing this book. Part of the "Disaster Alert!" series. Reviewer: Kristi BernardBook Details
Published
April 28, 2011
Publisher
Crabtree Publishing Company
Pages
32
Format
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ISBN
9780778715900