Hurricanes by Simon, Seymour

Hurricanes

Takes young readers on an in-depth exploration of one of the most awe-inspiring and devastating events in...
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SKU: 9780061170713
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Author: Seymour Simon
Format: Paperback
Language: English
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Hurricanes by Simon, Seymour

Hurricanes

€16,40

Hurricanes

€16,40
Author: Seymour Simon
Format: Paperback
Language: English

Takes young readers on an in-depth exploration of one of the most awe-inspiring and devastating events in nature: hurricanes.

This dramatic nonfiction picture book is intensified through arresting full-color photographs and satellite images.

Award-winning science writer Seymour Simon explains what hurricanes are and how they develop; what storm surges are; and the basics of forecasting and precautions that families should take.

Booklist commented: "This is unsurpassed for kindling interest in a scientific subject and communicating an understanding of its scope and significance."



Author: Seymour Simon
Publisher: HarperCollins
Published: 06/26/2007
Pages: 32
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.36lbs
Size: 9.88h x 9.96w x 0.12d
ISBN: 9780061170713
Audience: Ages 4-8

Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 6.2
Point Value: 0.5
Interest Level: Middle Grade
Quiz #/Name: 71430 / Hurricanes


Review Citation(s):
School Library Journal 05/01/2008 pg. 118
Hornbook Guide to Children 01/01/2008 - Below Average, With Minor Flaw

About the Author
Simon, Seymour: -

Seymour Simon has been called "the dean of the [children's science book] field" by the New York Times. He has written more than 300 books for young readers and has received the American Association for the Advancement of Science/Subaru Lifetime Achievement Award for his lasting contribution to children's science literature, the Science Books & Films Key Award for Excellence in Science Books, the Empire State Award for excellence in literature for young people, and the Educational Paperback Association Jeremiah Ludington Award. He and his wife, Liz, live in Columbia County in Upstate New York. You can visit him online at www.seymoursimon.com, where students can post on the "Seymour Science Blog" and educators can download a free four-page teacher guide to accompany this book, putting it in context with Common Core objectives. Join the growing legion of @seymoursimon fans on Twitter!

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