Thomas the really useful engine

Every engine on Sodor knows, it's not about how fast he goes, or whether he is big or small, there are jobs for engines, one and all. Meet Thomas, the number 1 engine on Sir Topham Hatt's railway. Read about his jobs, his adventures and his friends!

Hurricanes have eyes but can't see : and other amazing facts about wild weather

Fast, fun facts, light, informative text, and colorful images bring wild weather to life for kids ages 7-10. HURRICANES HAVE EYES BUT CAN'T SEE is a photographic exploration into the world of weather. Topics include hurricanes, tornadoes, blizzards, and dust storms. Readers will be amazed by the fun, fast facts, while teachers and parents will appreciate the light, informative text and easy-…

Out of the dust

Acclaimed author Karen Hesse's Newbery Medal-winning novel-in-verse explores the life of fourteen-year-old Billie Jo growing up in the dust bowls of Oklahoma. Out of the Dust joins the Scholastic Gold line, which features award-winning and beloved novels. Includes exclusive bonus content!"Dust piles up like snow across the prairie. . . ."A terrible accident has transformed Billie Jo's life, sc…

Invisible Stanley

One morning after a terrible storm, the Lambchop family can't find Stanley. Then they hear his voice. They see a lump under his covers. But he just doesn't seem to be there. And then they realize the truth -- Stanley has become invisible! At first Stanley likes invisibility. He can help along a shy couple's romance. He can make the world's most unusual television appearance. He can even figh…

Riding the storm

Dolphin Diaries is an exciting new series that explores all aspects of dolphins' relationships with mankind. Jody McGrath and her family have arrived in the Bahamas. The crew of the Dolphin Dreamer is eager to find some Atlantic spotted dolphins and to see if the rumors of a lost treasure ship are true. When Skipper, a dolphin, gets caught in fishing line, Jody frees him. Her concern is w…

Hurricane & tornado

Eyewitness: Hurricane & Tornado is a compelling guide to nature's most dangerous and destructive forces. Striking images, models and illustrations offer a unique view of catastrophic weather conditions allowing readers to see into the eye of a cyclone, witness hailstones the size of tennis balls, and learn how a gentle mountain stream can become a raging surge within a few minutes. Learn the te…

Twisters and other terrible storms : a nonfiction companion to Twister on Tue…

The #1 bestselling chapter book series of all time celebrates 25 years with new covers and a new, easy-to-use numbering system! When Jack and Annie got back from their adventure in Magic Tree House #23: Twister on Tuesday, they had lots of questions. How do tornadoes form? What kinds of tools can help predict bad storms? Where did the biggest snowfall on record happen? How fast are hurricane…

Storms

Edition

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ISBN/ISSN

9780750235112

Collation

48 pages : illustration ; 27 cm

Series Title

Our violent earth

Call Number

551.5 WAT

Storms : facts, stories, activities

Discusses the causes and effects of such storms as hurricanes, torrnadoes, tidal waves, dust storms, sandstorms, and blizzards.

Cricket's storm

As the sounds of a storm approach, all the insects tremble in fear. But Cricket just knows everything will be alright. For ages 3 and over. "Never!" said cricket, spinning around. "Never let the weather get you down." All the creatures in the garden fear the coming storm but cricket stays cheerful and not afraid to get a little wet.