Synopsis
Discusses the formation of various icy weather conditions and their effects on the earth's surface, plants, animals, and climate.
Children's Literature
Most of us know icy weather as treacherous to drive in, perhaps beautiful to see or lots of fun for skating. This book discusses the formation of various icy weather conditions and its impact on earth surfaces, plants, animals and climate. It is part of the "Science of Weather" series that tackles weather-related topics, as well as the weather effect on the earth and its people. Before you think of this as dry science talk, take a look at the book. It includes close-up photographs that are both beautiful and engrossing. After each topic or brief chapter, there is a "See for Yourself" box suggesting a simple experiment. Completing it reinforces the facts just discussed. This hands-on application will appeal to kids and drive home the information presented in the text. Words in bold type throughout are defined in a glossary in the back. Any child who is fascinated by climate and weather will pick this book off the school library bookshelf for a rewarding read. 2000, Carolrhoda Books. Ages 8 to 12. Reviewer: Kathleen Orosz