Droughts
From the Set Rosen Verified: Natural Disasters
With climate change taking its toll on our planet, heat waves and droughts are becoming more common in certain areas of the world. California, for example, has experienced water shortages in the past few years. Inside this detailed and easy-to-follow guide, readers are sure to find all the answers to questions they have about droughts, including information about where they occur, different types, historic droughts, and more. Primary sources show the devastation that droughts can inflict on Earth. The text includes resources where readers can learn even more about droughts and what they can do to prevent them.
SLJ Review of Rosen Verified: Natural Disasters
There seem to be an unprecedented number of unusual meteorological and other natural disasters in the wake of global warming. Aiming to help demystify these sometimes scary topics, these titles offer examples of real natural disasters, show real people living through them, and explain the start-to-finish of each. Time is spent on the after effects and human aspects of disasters in a neutral way, in keeping with the same tone as the scientific explanations of the phenomena. VERDICT A vital series for public and school libraries, covering crucial questions like how natural disasters occur, alongside safety and preparedness tips for families.
Author: Kathleen A. Klatte
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