Series:

Turbulent Planet

15 total works

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Shaky Ground

by Mary Colson

Published 23 March 2005
This book explains what happens when an earthquake strikes. Readers will find out why earthquakes happen and how people can prepare for and survive earthquakes. Case studies of recent earthquakes, including the December 2004 Indian Ocean earthquake which resulted in a tsunami, are examined to both explain the science of earthquakes and to convey the toll they take on people and land. Stunning colour photos, maps, diagrams, and fact boxes make this subject come alive.

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Earth Erupts

by Mary Colson

Published 23 February 2004
This book explains what happens when a volcano violently explodes. Find out why volcanoes form and how to survive when the Earth Erupts. There are loads of photos and facts to help you fully understand the topic and find answers quickly.

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Shaky Ground Sb-Tp

by Mary Colson

Published 23 February 2004

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Crumbling Earth

by Mary Colson

Published 23 February 2004

Cover of Freestyle Max Turbulent Planet Earth Erupts: Volcanoes

Cover of Freestyle Max Turbulent Planet Earth Erupts: Volcanoes Paperback

Cover of Freestyle Max Turbulent Planet Shaky Ground: Earthquakes Paperback

Cover of Freestyle Max Turbulent Planet Shaky Ground: Earthquakes

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Forest Furnace

by Mary Colson

Published 23 February 2004

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Turbulent Planet Pack A Of 4

by Carol Baldwin and Mary Colson

Published 21 February 2005
Dramatic examples from all over the world examine extreme and dangerous events such as tornadoes, earthquakes, volcanoes and blizzards. Examines the causes and the impact on people's lives. Describes the events, the aftermath and what has been learnt. Includes amazing stories of survival, reports, diaries, quotations and newspaper articles. Covers predicting and dealing with these dangerous situations

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Turbulent Planet

by Mary Colson

Published 1 January 2004

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"Raintree Freestyle" is a range of colourful non-fiction books for the less able or reluctant reader aged between 11 and 14 with a reading age of 8 and 9 years old. They offer curriculum-linked topics at an appropriate reading level. Featuring dramatic examples from all over the world, "Turbulent Planet" looks at extreme, dangerous or problematic aspects of the shaping of the earth's surface. Each title examines the causes and effects of each event, how the damage could have been reduced or even prevented, and the precautions to take in one of these situations.

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"Raintree Freestyle" is a range of colourful non-fiction books for the less able or reluctant reader aged between 11 and 14 with a reading age of 8 and 9 years old. They offer curriculum-linked topics at an appropriate reading level. Featuring dramatic examples from all over the world, "Turbulent Planet" looks at extreme, dangerous or problematic aspects of the shaping of the earth's surface. Each title examines the causes and effects of each event, how the damage could have been reduced or even prevented, and the precautions to take in one of these situations.

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Heat Hazard

by Carol Baldwin

Published 10 October 2005
Hot, dry winds sweep across the land carrying a cloud of dusty soil. The air is filled with the choking dust. Here and there, wilted plants struggle for survival in the cracked earth. No water flows in the wide riverbed.

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Shaky Ground Hb-Tp

by Mary Colson

Published 23 February 2004