Roberts, Jillian
Summary: "On the News gently introduces young children to the realities of natural disasters, terrorism and other forms of tragedy. In age-appropriate language and tone, Dr. Roberts explains what tragedy is, the feelings it may create and how to manage those feelings. She also emphasizes the good that can come out of tragedy, looking at how people help one another in caring, compassionate and heroic...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Orca Book Publishers 2018
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 363.34 ROBClaybourne, Anna
Summary: Presents information about cyclones, earthquakes, tsunamis, tornadoes, and other deadly natural disasters, and provides examples of some of the deadliest of each type in history.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Scholastic Australia 2014
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1 available in Juvenile, Call number: J 363.34 CLACase, Jonathan
Summary: In the twenty-second century, a sun shift has made it impossible for mammals to survive in the daylight, and ten-year-old Elvie and her caretaker, Flora, are studying the migration route of monarch butterflies along what used to be the western coast of the United States, hoping that something in the butterflies wing scales can be used to protect people from the sun and save humanity from...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Margaret Ferguson Books/Holiday House 2022
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1 available in Juvenile Graphic Novels, Call number: J 741.5 CASCopies Available at Kingsley
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1 available in Juvenile Graphic Novels, Call number: JFIC CAS (Graphic Novel)Perez Marquez, Barbara
Summary: Twelve-year-old Paulina is delivering bread to her new friend Fabia's home when Mount Vesuvius begins erupting, but when Fabia's father leaves to help fellow Pompeii residents evacuate, the girls make their way through the city, helping others where they can. Includes facts about the eruption of Mount Vesuvius.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Stone Arch Books 2023
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1 available in Juvenile, Call number: JFIC MAR (GRAPHIC NOVELL)Rissman, Rebecca
Summary: In "narrative nonfiction format, this ... book follows a selection of people who experienced the 2011 Japan Tsunami"--Amazon.com.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Capstone Press, a Capstone imprint 2017
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 363.34 RISGorman, Zac
Summary: It's a typical night in the town of Raven Brooks. Eleven-year-old Regina relaxes at home, her father and stepmother on a date while her older stepsister Pris babysits. But when an emergency alert comes over the airwaves, the two must grab their things and head out of town - a flash flood is coming, cellphone towers are down, and they are on their own. And to make things worse, a freak car...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Graphix, an imprint of Scholastic 2021
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1 available in Juvenile Graphic Novels, Call number: J 741.5 GORMattern, Joanne
Summary: "From the Great Fire of London to the Challenger explosion, earthquakes, crashes, floods, and accidents have been major turning points throughout history. In 100 Disasters That Shaped World History, young readers will be introduced to some of the most notorious disasters known to mankind, discovering how these fateful events unfolded-and how they changed the world as we know it"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Sourcebooks eXplore 2022
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 904 MATDay, Nick (Nicholas)
Summary: "Sylvia Samantha Wright is very good at finding--she just doesn't know exactly what all her 'junk' is good for, not yet at least. But when completely ridiculous disaster strikes, she springs into action and uses her junk to create solutions to the town's troubles"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Sleeping Bear Press 2018
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1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: JE DAYWood, John
Summary: "Certain disasters have left such an indelible mark on history that people never tire of learning about them and wanting to discover more details. That's true of the dreadful disasters in this captivating book, which describes what happened in a sensitive and accessible way. As riveted readers learn about history's biggest catastrophes, they'll feel like they're on the scene, including the deck...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Gareth Stevens Publishing 2020
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Summary: In 1919 Boston, an orphaned eighth-grade girl plans to head west to become a cowboy until the giant tank of molasses in her neighborhood explodes.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Stone Arch Books, a Capstone imprint 2020
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1 available in Beginning Readers - Independent Reader (Red), Call number: JBR RED GILRedgate, Riley
Summary: When the president's daughter--eighteen-year-old Leigh Chen--ends up on the only ship escaping a dying earth, she and a group of teenagers must grapple with the challenges of what it will take to survive as the last remnants of humanity.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Hyperion 2022
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1 available in Young Adult Fiction, Call number: YA FIC REDDavies, Monika
Summary: "With wind speeds that can reach more than 150 miles (241 km) per hour, full-blown hurricanes can uproot giant trees, cause major power outages, and inundate areas with immense amounts of rain. This engaging text, enhanced with captivating photos, will educate readers on the science behind how hurricanes form and why they can be so dangerous. Readers will also gain life-saving knowledge on ways...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Enslow Publishing 2021
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Summary: "Under the sea, a crab follows its heart and its calling, bringing everyone together in the wake of a disaster"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt 2019
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Summary: "This book shows readers the awesome power of hurricanes"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Children's Press, an imprint of Scholastic Inc. 2022
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Summary: Stay calm and scout it out! Take inventory of what you have. Find shelter. Make a fire. Signal for help. Secure water and food. Follow Scout's trial through the mountains as she explains how to survive if you ever find yourself lost in the wildnerness. A perfect travel companion for those with a knack for adventure!
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Publisher / Publication Date: Roaring Brook 2023
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1 available in Juvenile Graphic Novels, Call number: JFIC EAT (GRAPHIC NOVEL)Johnson, Richard
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2016
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1 available in JT Non-Fiction, Call number: JT Rec Field JohnsonAbdo, Kenny
Summary: This title focuses on fires and gives information on what they are, how to prepare for them, and how to survive. The title is complete with beautiful and colorful photographs, simple text, and a database for added activities. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Abdo Zoom 2019
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1 available in Juvenile, Call number: J613.69 ABDCrane, Cody
Summary: "This book shows readers the awesome power of tornadoes"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Children's Press, an imprint of Scholastic Inc. 2022
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Summary: "Smoke in the air. Crackling wood. Wildfire! Get to safety, fast. Dry weather, strong winds, and careless actions can all cause forests to burn. Firefighters battle wildfires from the ground and from above. But you can be prepared! Learn about wildfires and how to prevent them, pat attention to warnings, and stay safe"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Pebble, a Capstone imprint 2022
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 634.9 JAYRegan, Lisa
Summary: From earthquakes and tsunamis to hurricanes and meteorites, disasters are an unfortunate but inevitable part of life on Earth. However, learning the science and facts behind these disasters can help readers be prepared and understand them. Readers will learn key safety tips such as not showering during a lightning storm. They'll gain knowledge on how and why natural disasters happen....
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Publisher / Publication Date: PowerKids Press 2020
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Summary: "This title focuses on blizzards and gives information on what they are, how to prepare for them, and how to survive. The title is complete with beautiful, colorful photographs and simple text. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards." -- Amazon.com.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Bolt!, an imprint of Abdo Zoom 2019
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1 available in Juvenile, Call number: J613.69 ABDMorey, Allan
Summary: A few vents open, then suddenly, a blast shoots from the Earth! Lava races from the vents and ash covers the sky. There is no way to stop a supervolcano! In this high-interest title, find out what the world may look like if a supervolcano erupts. Young readers can discover the likelihood of it happening in the future and learn about the most active volcanic spots around the world. A historical...
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Publisher / Publication Date: [Library Ideas, LLC] 2023
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 551.21 MORAbdo, Kenny
Summary: This title focuses on floods and gives information on what they are, how to prepare for them, and how to survive. The title is complete with beautiful and colorful photographs, simple text, and a database for added activities. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Abdo Zoom 2019
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1 available in Juvenile, Call number: J613.69 ABDMcGinty, Alice B.
Summary: In this playful, rhyming celebration of the marine world, readers can explore all of the wondrous things the sea knows. It knows huge whales and small krill; it knows short crabs and tall giant kelp; it knows brightly colored starfish in shallow pools; and in the inky depths it knows the alluring jewel of an anglerfish?s glowing lure. Discover all of the strange and magnificent underwater...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers 2020