Bibliograph

Hurricanes, cyclones, and typhoons, causes and effects, by Cynthia O'Brien

Type

Label

Hurricanes, cyclones, and typhoons, causes and effects, by Cynthia O'Brien

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references and index

Illustrations

illustrations

Index

index present

Intended audience

Ages 10-13, 12-Story LibraryGrades 4-6, 12-Story Library

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Hurricanes, cyclones, and typhoons

Nature of contents

bibliography

Oclc number

1153336391

Responsibility statement

by Cynthia O'Brien

Series statement

Wild weather

Sub title

causes and effects

Summary

"Get the facts about the dangers and destruction caused by hurricanes, cyclones, and typhoons in 12 in-depth chapters that include the Coriolis effect, hurricane seasons, tracking, and preparedness. Includes safety tips, statistics, sidebars, and critical thinking questions, plus editor-curated online resources for up-to-date information"--, Provided by publisher

Table Of Contents

Storm Names Vary Around the World -- Birth of a Hurricane -- The Where and When of Hurricanes -- Hurricane Tech and Tools -- Government Hurricane Warnings Help -- Weather Watchers Keep People Safe -- Hurricane Winds Leave Destruction -- Hurricanes Cost Money -- Picking Up the Pieces After the Storm -- There Are Ways to Prepare for a Hurricane -- Preventing Destruction Takes Planning -- Will Hurricanes Be Worse in the Future? -- Staying Safe in a Hurricane, Cyclone, or Typhoon -- Glossary -- Read More -- Index -- About the Author

Target audience

juvenile

Classification