Pines and Plains Libraries

"Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through grade three, this book introduces severe weather to young readers through leveled text and related photos"--Provided by publisher.

A global observational study of atmospheric conditions associated with tropical disturbance and storm development is presented.

"Weather can take a turn for the worse with little to no warning. Following severe or extreme weather patterns has proven to be a great--albeit dangerous--way to study weather conditions. Some people even choose to chase extreme weather out of curiosity alone! This book provides information about different types of storm chasers, the technology they use, and the reasons they choose to put their lives in the path of danger. Primary sources and full-color...

All blizzards are snowstorms, but not all snowstorms are blizzards! What is the difference? Read and find out this and more!

This report describes research funded in collaboration with NOAA's cooperative agreement and the CIRA Joint Institute contract period July 1, 2001 through June 30, 2010. The report is meant to be an overview of the reporting period 2001/02 through 2009/10.

"Amazing photography accompanies engaging information about how to survive a tornado. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 3 through 7"--

Provides information on how tornadoes are formed, where they most commonly occur, what structures can protect against them, and what scientists are doing to increase warning times.