What's the Weather?
Title | What's the Weather? PDF eBook |
Author | Fraser Ralston |
Publisher | Penguin |
Pages | 74 |
Release | 2021-01-19 |
Genre | Juvenile Nonfiction |
ISBN | 0744041317 |
Discover the science behind wild and wonderful weather in this fact-packed book! From heatwaves and big freezes to tornadoes and fog, this science book gives your budding meteorologist a glimpse into all the action that happens in the sky. Learn about all kinds of weather and marvel at how powerful it can be! At a time when extreme weather is becoming more and more common, this eco-focused book is perfect for getting your little one clued up about the environment. Throughout the pages of this colorful and energetic STEM book, your child will discover fun facts about the weather. They will also gain insight into serious topics such as global warming and how our climate is changing. Inside the pages of this beautifully illustrated children's science book, you'll learn all about the weather, and discover: - Fascinating illustrations that introduce scientific topics in a simple and accessible way - Stand out facts, presented clearly on each spread - Easy to understand text that teach children about climate change, meteorology, and geography - Bright photos and stunning illustrations that show how weather forms, what's going on inside clouds, and why we have heatwaves The easy-to-follow text and bite-sized facts will keep young climate activists engaged and inspire them to do whatever they can to turn things around and fight climate change! Become a Weather Expert in No Time This educational science book tells a riveting story about how big, amazing, and wonderful our weather really is - but it's told from the child's perspective. The book itself has also been produced as sustainably as possible, made with responsibly sourced materials and soy inks. It's the perfect gift for environmentally conscious kids aged 7-9.
What Is Weather?
Title | What Is Weather? PDF eBook |
Author | Robin Johnson |
Publisher | Weather Close-Up |
Pages | 0 |
Release | 2012-09-24 |
Genre | Juvenile Nonfiction |
ISBN | 9780778707639 |
What is Weather? - Weather Close-Up Series Titles in this Series: What is Precipitation? What is Temperature? What is Weather? What is Wind?
What Will the Weather Be?
Title | What Will the Weather Be? PDF eBook |
Author | Lynda DeWitt |
Publisher | HarperCollins |
Pages | 0 |
Release | 2015-08-04 |
Genre | Juvenile Nonfiction |
ISBN | 9780062381989 |
Will it be warm or cold? Should we wear shorts or pants? Shoes or rain boots? This picture book explores why the weather can be so hard to predict. Now rebranded with a new cover look, this classic picture book uses colorful, simple diagrams to explain meteorology in a fun, engaging way. Perfect for young readers and budding meteorologists, this bestseller is filled with rich climate vocabulary and clear explanations of everyday weather instruments like thermometers and barometers. Both text and artwork were vetted for accuracy by Dr. Sean Birkel of the Climate Change Institute at the University of Maine. This is a Level 2 Let's-Read-and-Find-Out, which means the book explores more challenging concepts perfect for children in the primary grades and supports the Common Core Learning Standards and Next Generation Science Standards. Let's-Read-and-Find-Out is the winner of the American Association for the Advancement of Science/Subaru Science Books & Films Prize for Outstanding Science Series.
How the Weather Works
Title | How the Weather Works PDF eBook |
Author | Christiane Dorion |
Publisher | Candlewick Press |
Pages | 33 |
Release | 2024-08-13 |
Genre | |
ISBN | 1536235768 |
What is a tornado? Why does it snow? How is a hurricane created? Find out in this novelty-packed introduction to our planet's weather. Tackling both normal and extreme scenarios, this is an entertaining and enlightening exploration of the world's weather. With bright, friendly illustrations, plus pop-ups, pull-tabs, and booklets, this interactive book stimulates learning and encourages children to think about how humans can influence the Earth's climate.
What Is Severe Weather?
Title | What Is Severe Weather? PDF eBook |
Author | Jennifer Boothroyd |
Publisher | Lerner Publications |
Pages | 28 |
Release | 2014-08-01 |
Genre | Juvenile Nonfiction |
ISBN | 1467746827 |
What are tornadoes? Blizzards? Hurricanes? Readers will learn the ins and outs of severe weather in this book. Accessible text and appealing photos show severe weather conditions and encourage students to be weather aware and to take proper precautions in the event of severe weather.
Weather Words and What They Mean (New Edition)
Title | Weather Words and What They Mean (New Edition) PDF eBook |
Author | Gail Gibbons |
Publisher | Holiday House |
Pages | 32 |
Release | 2020-10-20 |
Genre | Juvenile Nonfiction |
ISBN | 0823442322 |
The perfect introduction to how we talk and think about the weather Everyone talks about the weather, but what does it all mean? In clear, accessible language, Gail Gibbons introduces many common terms--like moisture, air pressure, and temperature--and their definitions. Simple, kid-friendly text explains the origins of fog, clouds, frost, thunderstorms, snow, fronts, hurricanes, reinforcing the explanations with clear, well-labeled drawings and diagrams. Newly revised, this edition of Weather Words and What They Mean has been vetted by an expert from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Association. Best of all, the book features a fun list of weird weather facts!
The Weather of the Pacific Northwest
Title | The Weather of the Pacific Northwest PDF eBook |
Author | Cliff Mass |
Publisher | University of Washington Press |
Pages | 314 |
Release | 2021-09-12 |
Genre | Science |
ISBN | 0295748451 |
Powerful Pacific storms strike the region. Otherworldly lenticular clouds often cap Mount Rainier. Rain shadows create sunny skies while torrential rain falls a few miles away. The Pineapple Express brings tropical moisture and warmth during Northwest winters. The Pacific Northwest produces some of the most distinctive and variable weather in North America, which is described with colorful and evocative language in this book. Atmospheric scientist and blogger Cliff Mass, known for his ability to make complex science readily accessible to all, shares eyewitness accounts, historical episodes, and the latest meteorological knowledge. This updated, extensively illustrated, and expanded new edition features: • A new chapter on the history of wildfires and their impact on air quality • Analysis of recent floods and storms, including the Oso landslide of 2014, the 2016 “Ides of October” windstorm, and the tornado that damaged 250 homes in Port Orchard on the Kitsap Peninsula in 2018 • Fresh insight on local weather phenomena such as “The Blob” • Updates on the latest technological advances used in forecasting • A new chapter on the meteorology of British Columbia Highly readable and packed with useful scientific information, this indispensable guide is a go-to resource for outdoor enthusiasts, boaters, gardeners, and anyone who wants to understand and appreciate the complex and fascinating meteorology of the region.