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2) Tsunamis
Author
Publisher
Raintree Steck-Vaughn
Pub. Date
c2002
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.1 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Author
Series
Publisher
Rosen Central
Pub. Date
2009
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 8 - AR Pts: 2
Language
English
Description
Presents detailed information about tsunamis, discussing how they are formed, where they happen, the most devastating tsunamis of the past, and the steps that are being taken to install warning systems around the world.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.4 - AR Pts: 2
Language
English
Description
"A discussion of major types of natural disasters, including descriptions of some of the most destructive; explanations of these phenomena, what causes them, and where they occur; and information about how to prepare for and survive these forces of nature. Features include an activity, glossary, list of resources, and index"--Provided by publisher.
6) Tsunamis
Author
Series
Publisher
National Geographic Society
Pub. Date
c2008
Language
English
Description
The words and photographs of people who have witnessed tsunamis, along with the science, history, and protection efforts surrounding this watery disaster.
7) Tsunamis
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Formats
Description
"Simple text and full color photographs introduce beginning readers to the characteristics of tsunamis. Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through third grade"--Provided by publisher.
Author
Publisher
Crabtree
Pub. Date
c2005
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Features the science behind these destructive natural disasters and tells how societies around the world cope with their ferocity, covering such topics as rogue waves, forecasting techniques, and rescues at sea.
10) Tsunamis
Author
Series
Publisher
Children's Press
Pub. Date
2009
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 5.3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
11) It's a tsunami!
Author
Series
Publisher
Magic Wagon
Pub. Date
c2010
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Provides facts about tsunamis, discusses how they are formed, examines where they happen, and includes information on tsunami warnings.
16) Tsunami!
Author
Publisher
Philomel Books
Pub. Date
c2009
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.4 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
A wealthy man in a Japanese village, who everyone calls Ojiisan, which means grandfather, sets fire to his rice fields to warn the innocent people of an approaching tsunami.
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.1 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Formats
Description
"Through fascinating true stories and illuminating photos, learn how people prepare for (and react to) massive tsunamis to survive. Additional features include a table of contents, informative sidebars, a glossary of key words and phrases, sources for further research, and an introduction to the author"--Publisher description.
18) Tsunamis
Author
Publisher
Fitzgerald Books
Pub. Date
2007
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Illustrations and text introduce tsunamis, from what they are, to their history, causes, and prediction.
Publisher
A&E Home Video
Pub. Date
[2009]
Language
English
Description
Examines the possibility of such a catastrophe, an event that could be provoked by a volcanic eruption off the coast of Africa. An in-depth and chilling look at a little-known menace that could devastate the nation's eastern coastline.
20) Nation
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG+ - BL: 5.2 - AR Pts: 16
Language
English
Formats
Description
After a devastating tsunami destroys all that they have ever known, Mau, an island boy, and Daphne, an aristocratic English girl, together with a small band of refugees, set about rebuilding their community and all the things that are important in their lives.