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1 Earthquakes by Keith Lye 2 Literature Non-fiction Discusses the phenomenon of earthquakes, how and where they can occur, what causes them, the damage they can create, and how they can be predicted. The Great Kaypok Tree: A Tale of the Amazon Rainforest by Lynn Cherry 1 Literature This inspired look at what the Kapok tree means to the creatures that live in it and what rain forests mean to the world s ecology was at the forefront of the ecological movement ten years ago and continues to resonate profoundly with children everywhere. Hill of Fire by Thomas P. Lewis 0 Literature 2-3 Every day is the same for Pablo s father. Then one afternoon the ground growls, hisses smoke, and swallows up his plow. A volcano is erupting in the middle of his cornfield!

2 Volcano & Earthquakes by Susan Van Rose 1 Fossil by Paul Taylor,Ph.D. 1 Crystal & Gem by Dr. R. F. Symes & Dr. R. R. Harding 1 Literature Describes the seven basic shapes of crystals and other aspects of crystallography, including how they form in nature and how crystals are studied and identified.

3 Rocks & Minerals by Dr.R. F. Symes 0 Literature Text and photographs examine the creation, importance, erosion, mining, and uses of rocks and minerals. Planet Earth Inside Out by Gail Gibbons 0 Fiction What if we could open up our planet and look inside? From its red-hot core to the highest mountain peak, come see Earth as you ve never seen it before in a colorful introduction to the powerful forces shaping our home. Weather by Valerie Wyatt 1 Informational Using the popular Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) format employed by many Internet web sites, this book allows kids to find out everything they need to know about all sorts of weather facts and legends, incredible real-life weather stories, as well as hands-on activities and experiments. And the eyepopping illustrations make learning fun. Full color.

4 Earth, Discover Series 7 Geo-Whiz! By National Geographic 1 Non-fiction Text and pictures present startling and fascinating geographical, geological, and cultural facts from around the world. Hurricanes! By Lorraine Jean Hopping 3 Informational Discusses where hurricanes come from, what types there are, and what can be done during one.

5 The Magic School Bus Inside the Earth by Joanna Cole 2 Literature On a special field trip in the magic school bus, Ms Frizzle s class learns at first hand about different kinds of rocks and the formation of the earth. One Day in the Desert by Jean Craighead George 0 Non-fiction Explains how the animal and human inhabitants of the Sonoran Desert of Arizona, including a mountain lion, a roadrunner, a coyote, a tortoise, and members of the Papago Indian tribe, adapt to and survive the desert s merciless heat. Storm Warning, Tornadoes & Hurricanes by Johnathan D. Kahl 1 Literature Introduces readers to the awesome power of tornadoes and hurricanes, shows their causes and effects, provides instruction on staying safe during them, and gives a detailed description of the conditions that spawn them.

6 Weather Forecasting by Gail Gibbons 2 Non-fiction This is a look at all four seasons, as observed, recorded and predicted by experts at a weather station.... There is more information here than can be digested in one reading, which is why adults sharing this book with children may walk away enlightened, too. Mountains & Volcanoes by Barbara Taylor 1 Non-fiction Youngsters can consult this colorful book to learn where to find the highest mountains, discover why some volcanoes explode, and read about why earthquakes happen. Storms by Seymour Simon 1 Non-fiction In a clear, concise text and 20 spectacular full-color photos, awardwinning author Seymour Simon examines thunderstorms, tornadoes, and hurricanes, explaining how they form and why they die, as well as how to protect oneself.

7 What About Volcanoes? By Keith Lye 0 Literature The early reader s introduction to the human body, the planet, and our neighbors in space!simple, powerful descriptions clarify complex body systems, Earth habitats, forces of nature, environmental concerns, and space exploration. Each book includes an illustrated glossary and an index.what are volcanoes? How can scientists predict an eruption? Investigate causes, effects, and benefits of volcanoes through history. What About Earthquakes? By Keith Lye 0 Literature Discusses the phenomenon of earthquakes, how and where they can occur, what causes them, the damage they can create, and how they can be predicted.

8 What About the Physical Earth? 0 Reference Teacher s Guide for Volcanoes and Earthquakes. The Science Book of Weather by Neil Ardley 1 Literature Simple experiments demonstrate the different forces that cause different kinds of weather. Fossils, Pictures from the Past by Claire Daniel 1 Non-fiction Describes, in simple text and illustrations, what fossils are, how they are made, and how to search for them.

9 Fossils Alive by Claire Daniel 1 Non-fiction Paired with Fossils, pictures from the past written by Claire Daniel. Can It Really Rain Frogs? by Spencer Christians 1 Non-fiction Weather This book combines the fun topic of strange weather events with activities to teach kids about weather. Fun facts, illustrations, maps and photos make hands-on learning fun. Dinosaur Hunters by Kate McMullen 1 Non-fiction Dinosaurs are every students fascination. Reproducible, hands-on activities give students the opportunity to experience how the scientific process works and how scientists form and test conclusions. Students build and employ skills in analysis, drawing, measuring, graphing, and arithmetic; exercise research and library skills to acquire data necessary to complete the

10 Dinosaur Hunters by Kate McMullen Earthdance: How Volcanoes by Cynthia Pratt Nichols 1 Non-fiction Dinosaurs are every students fascination. Reproducible, hands-on activities give students the opportunity to experience how the scientific process works and how scientists form and test conclusions. Students build and employ skills in analysis, drawing, measuring, graphing, and arithmetic; exercise research and library skills to acquire data necessary to complete the activities; and apply critical-thinking skills to extrapolate from the known to the unknown-the fundamental process that makes science work. 1 Non-fiction Activities, clear explanations and real-life stories help explain these destructive forces. Icthyosaurus and Little Mary by Brooks Hartzog 1 Folklore and Mythology

11 Weather Forecasting by Gail Gibbons 0 Non-fiction This is a look at all four seasons, as observed, recorded and predicted by experts at a weather station.... There is more information here than can be digested in one reading, which is why adults sharing this book with children may walk away enlightened, too Why does It Rain? by Marlon Jacobs, Ph. D. Usborne s Earthquakes & Volcanoes by Fiona Watt 1 Non-fiction Why? is a question that every child asks. Here we present clear, scientific answers to questions about the world that surrounds your students. The answers to such questions as Why is the sky blue? and Why does the ocean have tides? tie in to physical, natural, and life science curricula while providing explanations for universal phenomena. 1 Literature -- An innovative, in-depth look at important topics in physical geography Full color diagrams, illustrations and photographs Hands-on activities for real science experience

12 Blizzards! By Lorraine Jean Hopping 1 Non-fiction Describes the incredible power of blizzards, from the blizzard of 1888 to blizzards in 1997, tells what makes a blizzard and how scientists try to forecast them. Hurricanes by Patricia Lauber 0 Literature An introduction to the power, majesty, and destruction of hurricanes contains eyewitness accounts of the storms, scientific facts about all types of hurricanes, and full-color photographs. Tornadoes! By Lorraine Jean Hopping 1 Non-fiction Describes the work of two people who study tornadoes in the Midwest by discovering and following them.

13 Lightning! By Lorraine Jean Hopping 1 Non-fiction A clear and concise text describes the incredible power of lightning and its positive and negative effects on living things. Weather Station by Science Showtime 0 Non-fiction One Light, One Sun by Eugenie Fernandes 2 Literature

14 Nature and Science of Sunlight by Vane Burton/ Kim Taylor 1 Non-fiction Through familiarity, adults often lose their curiosity and sense of wonder about the natural world. But children find even commonplace phenomena and experiences both educational and a source of wonder. Why is the sky blue? What makes a rainbow? Why are leaves green? These are common questions children ask. But explaining apparently simple things can be surprisingly difficult. Exploring the Science of Nature is an impressive presentation of the science behind the most common aspects of the natural world. Children are fascinated by the laboratory of everyday life. Each impressive volume is a beautifully illustrated and succinct and simple introduction to the science of what children see and experience everyday. The activities and project sections are especially well thought-out. Each child, using easy-to-find materials, can recreate events in the natural world at home and in their classroom.

15 Dig Into Rocks 12 Rock and Minerals 2 Informational Introducing rocks and minerals to younger readers. Includes simple experiments and activities, such as making a collection, growing a crystal, or watching a stalactite grow. How Mountains are Made by Kathleen Weider 1 Non-fiction Discusses how mountains are created and eroded, describes the changes in the earth s surface and how weather plays a role in their size and shape

16 One Day in the Desert by Jean Craighead George 1 Reference Explains how the animal and human inhabitants of the Sonoran Desert of Arizona, including a mountain lion, a roadrunner, a coyote, a tortoise, and members of the Papago Indian tribe, adapt to and survive the desert s merciless heat. National Geographic: Red Hot Hawaii 1 Non-fiction Periodicals National Geographic Magazine