Investigating Storms

Wind, rain, hail, thunder, and sand are all aspects of a storm. Nowhere on Earth is storm-proof. From tornadoes to blizzards to sandstorms, the weather can be a dangerous threat to people. Scientists called meteorologists study what causes storms and when and where they may occur. For more information on weather, read Weather Scientists, another book in the Mission: Science series.

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Investigating Storms

Wind, rain, hail, thunder, and sand are all aspects of a storm. Nowhere on Earth is storm-proof. From tornadoes to blizzards to sandstorms, the weather can be a dangerous threat to people. Scientists called meteorologists study what causes storms and when and where they may occur. For more information on weather, read Weather Scientists, another book in the Mission: Science series.

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Investigating Storms

Investigating Storms

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Investigating Storms
Investigating Storms

Investigating Storms

by Debra J. Housel

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Overview

Wind, rain, hail, thunder, and sand are all aspects of a storm. Nowhere on Earth is storm-proof. From tornadoes to blizzards to sandstorms, the weather can be a dangerous threat to people. Scientists called meteorologists study what causes storms and when and where they may occur. For more information on weather, read Weather Scientists, another book in the Mission: Science series.


Product Details

BN ID: 2940000198100
Publisher: Teacher Created Materials
Publication date: 09/21/2007
Series: Science Readers
Sold by: Barnes & Noble
Format: eBook
File size: 2 MB

About the Author

Robin S. Doak has been writing for children for more than 19 years. A former editor of Weekly Reader and U*S*Kids magazine, Doak has authored fun and educational materials for kids of all ages. She is a past winner of the Educational Press Association of America Distinguished Achievement Award. She lives with her family in Maine.

Table of Contents

What's Up With the Weather? 6

Wind and Water 10

Thunderstorms 14

Sandstorms 17

Tornadoes and Waterspouts 18

Hurricanes 22

Blizzards 26

Science Activity 30

Important People in Meteorology 32

Glossary 35

Meteorology Through Time 36

Additional Resources 38

Index 39

About the Author 40

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