Bibliograph

Tornadoes, causes and effects, by Kathleen Corrigan

Type

Label

Tornadoes, causes and effects, by Kathleen Corrigan

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

Tornadoes

Nature of contents

bibliography

Oclc number

1153337897

Responsibility statement

by Kathleen Corrigan

Series statement

Wild weather

Sub title

causes and effects

Summary

"Get the facts about the dangers and destruction caused by tornadoes in 12 in-depth chapters that include tracking storms, the EF-Scale, Tornado Alley, and history's deadliest twisters. 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

How a Tornado Is Born -- Welcome to Tornado Alley -- Ropes, Cones, and Pipes -- Tornado Prediction Challenges -- Tornado Detection Tools -- History's Biggest Twisters -- Warning the Public -- Shelter in a Storm -- A Trail of Destruction -- After a Tornado -- The Fascination of Tornadoes -- Tornado Safety Myths -- Staying Safe in a Tornado -- Glossary -- Read More -- Index -- About the Author

Target audience

juvenile

Classification