Perish, Patrick
Summary: "Amazing photography accompanies engaging information about how to survive a tsunami. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 3 through 7"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Bellwether Media 2017
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1 available in J Non Fic Series, Call number: J 613.6 PERSquire, Ann
Summary: "Learn all about the violent waves known as tsunamis, from how they are formed to how they can affect people around the world"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Children's Press, an imprint of Scholastic Inc. 2016
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 551.4 SQUCopies Available at Interlochen
1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J Natur True SquireRissman, 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 RISSummary: How did the Earth transform from a hot ball of molten rock and metal into the planet that we call home? How did our continents and oceans grow? Where did our great mountain ranges come from? The geological processes that have shaped our world have also influenced the way humans have populated the planet. From the Great Lakes to Iceland, the San Andreas Fault to Krakatoa, this series reveals the...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Arts and Entertainment Network 2009
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1 available in E-TV DVDs, Call number: DVD E-TV HOWBullard, Lisa.
Summary: Learn the answers to questions such as What a tsunami is? what causes a tsunami and what happens when a tsunami gets close to shore?
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Publisher / Publication Date: Lerner Publications Company 2009
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 551.47024 BULLangley, Andrew
Summary: Stunning photographs help take readers into the world of natural disasters.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Kingfisher 2006
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 363.34 LanOrr, Tamra.
Summary: Shows how math skills can be used to learn more about tsunamis, including the triggers, the difference from regular waves, and where they occur most often.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Cherry Lake Pub. 2012
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Place a hold to request this item.Corrigan, Eamonn
Summary: "Get the facts about the dangers and devastation caused by tsunamis in 12 in-depth chapters that include the Ring of Fire, volcanoes and earthquakes, preparedness, and history's worst tsunamis. Includes safety tips, statistics, sidebars, and critical thinking questions, plus editor-curated online resources for up-to-date information"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: 12-Story Library 2022
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 551.46 COREaton, Maxwell
Summary: "Learn the skills you need to survive a TSUNAMI. 1) Learn the causes: Did you know that a big earthquake can be a sign that a tsunami might hit? 2) Recognize the signs: If it looks like the ocean is pulling away from the shore, RUN! This means a tsunami could be on the way! 3) Evacuate: Always have a bag of essential items packed and an evacuation route planned. You never know when it could...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Roaring Brook Press 2024
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Place a hold to request this item.Summary: On 12/26/04 a series of tidal waves killed thousands and devastated communities around the Indian Ocean. With around 100 tsunamis striking the world's coastlines each decade, Nova investigates what made the recent event so powerful and catastrophic.
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Publisher / Publication Date: WGBH 2005
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1 available in E-TV DVDs, Call number: DVD E-TV TSULüsted, Marcia Amidon.
Summary: Discusses the devastating March 11, 2011 earthquake in Japan and the tsunami it spawned, examining the extent of the damage to the country and its people.
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Publisher / Publication Date: ABDO Pub. Co. 2012
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 952.0512 LUSLace, William W.
Summary: Describes the events the occurred during the tsunami in the Indian Ocean in 2004, from the disaster itself and the damage that was caused to the rescue efforts of the international community.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Chelsea House Publishers 2008
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Publisher / Publication Date: Usborne 2012
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J Nature Usb BoneOsborne, Mary Pope.
Summary: Designed for younger readers, this is an informative, fact-filled guide to all kinds of natural disasters.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Random House 2007
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Summary: Examines tsunamis, explaining what they are, what causes them and the destruction they leave in their wake.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Rourke Pub 2007
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J Nature ArmentroutSummary: In January 2022, one of the most powerful volcanic eruptions in recorded history rocked the Pacific islands of Tonga, sending shockwaves around the world. Through first-person accounts of the disaster and eyewitness footage, experience the terrifying power of the eruption and the devastating tsunami that struck the shores of Tonga.
Format: moving image
Publisher / Publication Date: 2023
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1 available in E-TV DVDs, Call number: DVD E-TV HIDIngram, Scott.
Summary: Describes the April 1, 1946, tsunami waves that struck the Hawaiian town of Hilo following an underwater earthquake that occurred near Alaska.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Bearport Pub. 2005
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 363.34 INGKajikawa, Kimiko.
Summary: A wealthy man in a Japanese village, who everyone calls Ojiisan, which means grandfather, sets fire to his rice fields to warn the innocent people of an approaching tsunami.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Philomel Books 2009
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1 available in Stacks, Call number: J398.20952 KajGraham, Ian
Summary: "What is it like to witness a tsunami? This book looks at the Japanese and other tsunamis, using firsthand accounts to describe events and people's experiences, providing multiple perspectives from eyewitnesses, survivors, the emergency services, scientists, and the media."--Provided by publisher.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Capstone Heinemann Library 2015
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 363.34 GRAGarbe, Suzanne
Summary: Provides scientific explanations of natural phenomena in the water.
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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 551.4 GARHaney, Johannah
Summary: Discover the power of the weather in this full-color introduction to natural disasters for kids ages 7 to 10 that explores the science behind earthquakes, volcanoes, storms, wildfires, and tornadoes with STEM projects and real-world connections!
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Publisher / Publication Date: Nomad Press 2020
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 363.34 HANClaybourne, 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 CLALangeland, Deirdre
Summary: Draws on first-person testimony to document the harrowing events of the 2011 earthquake and tsunami that damaged the Fukushima power plant, triggering a nightmare nuclear meltdown.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Roaring Brook Press 2021
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 363.17 LANVan Rose, Susanna
Summary: "Witness the power of our restless planet to both create and destroy. Watch red-hot lava flow from an erupting volcano, see how earthquakes create tsunamis, and meet scientists past and present who have helped us understand our turbulent world."--
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Publisher / Publication Date: DK Publishing 2022