Weatherwise

The changing and mercurial weather can be a good friend or formidable foe. This collection investigates weather conditions around the world—including both the positive and negative aspects. Wind can lead to powerful storms, and even the warm, welcoming sunshine can cause damaging droughts. Each book clearly explains the physical characteristics and effects of each weather type, and contains an interactive project so budding meteorologists can learn how to measure and record the local weather. • Connects weather with natural disasters, including how to prepare for them • Fact boxes and annotated illustrations engage readers • Hands-on activities for home-school connection