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1) Tornadoes
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With winds that can reach speeds of three hundred miles an hour and funnel clouds that can measure a mile in diameter, tornadoes leave enormous damage in their wake. Now Seymour Simon examines these twisting columns of air and destruction. Simon explains how tornadoes are formed, why and when they are most likely to occur, how scientists classify and track them -- and what to do if one touches down. Full-color photographs show this powerful phenomenon...
2) Exoplanets
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Award-winning science writer Seymour Simon explores the farthest reaches of space in the brand-new Exoplanets!
There are thousands of exoplanets scattered throughout the Milky Way galaxy, and scientists are on a constant quest to find one just like Earth. In Exoplanets, Simon examines the planets outside of our solar system and uncovers what makes them habitable, our efforts to discover new life, and more.
With clear, simple text and stunning full-color...
3) Big Cats
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In this completely updated edition of Big Cats, award-winning writer Seymour Simon celebrates the grace and power of lions, tigers, leopards, jaguars, cheetahs, pumas, and snow leopards. Readers will learn all about how they hunt, care for their young, and rest in their varied natural habitats. This updated edition includes:
Author's note
Stunning full-color photographs
Glossary
Index
Additional reading sources
Supports the Common Core Learning...
4) Elephants
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Join award-winning science writer Seymour Simon as he investigates the many characteristics and behaviors of one of the world's most beloved animals: the elephant!
From their ancient relatives, woolly mammoths and mastodons, to their amazingly versatile trunks and strong ivory tusks, elephants are some of the most fascinating animals on Earth. They are remarkably intelligent, demonstrate self-awareness, and feel familiar emotions like compassion...
5) Water
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From award-winning science writer Seymour Simon comes a brand-new nonfiction photo essay picture book that explores the one thing on Earth we cannot live without: water!
Learn all about the water cycle, the effect on our planet of rising ocean temperatures, how essential clean water is around the world, and more!
Also includes:
author's note
stunning full-color photographs
glossary
index
additional reading sources
Supports the Common Core Learning...