Savage Tsunamis

by Michael Portman

Book Overview

A giant wave of water is so powerful and savage that it can tear houses off foundations, uproot trees, and easily sweep people away. Tsunamis are truly frightening and destructive natural disasters. Readers will read about how these waves of water form and see photographs of damage from the worst tsunamis in history. They'll also learn about advances in science that may help protect people from tsunamis in the future.

• Format: Library Binding
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1433965496
• ISBN13: 9781433965494
• Release Date: January 2012
• Publisher: Gareth Stevens Publishing
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 0.60 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 7.9" x 10.1"
• Age Range: 8 to 11 years
• Grade Range: Grades 3 to 6