Packed with facts and tantalising anecdotes from experts and bursting with colour photographs, learn all about volcanoes and earthquakes in this fresh take on the subject that kids with love.It’s time to learn everything about volcanoes and earthquakes!Each book in the National Geographic Kids Everything series has more than 100 pictures, an explorer’s corner with from-the-field anecdotes and tips, fun facts throughout, maps and infographics, an illustrated diagram, a photo gallery, cool comparisons, a behind-the-scenes photograph, an interactive glossary, and more.
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Record heat. Record storms. Record drought, snow, rain, and ocean levels.What's going on? In a world of crazy weather exacerbated by climate change, knowing about tornadoes, hurricanes, droughts, derachos, blizzards, and storms is more important than ever.This book, based on cutting-edge science and first-hand accounts, helps kids learn about what's going on and what to do about it. 
Most children are enthralled by nature, specifically outer space and various weather conditions.Because not everyone lives in a geographic region that experiences tornadoes and hurricanes, picture books are a great way for children to learn about these events.A well illustrated picture book can help students understand how tornadoes and hurricanes are formed, and can help them overcome their fear of these extreme weather situations.Publisher : Speedy Publishing LLC (26 Nov. 2014) Language : English Paperback : 50 pages ISBN-10 : 1635011051 ISBN-13 : 978-1635011050 Reading age : 8 - 12 years Dimensions : 21.59 x 0.3 x 21.59 cm- £1.14 (6%) Saving
Your Guide to Watching Clouds and Understanding the WeatherFrom the soothing sound of rain to the shrill whistle of a blizzard, from the house-shaking rumble of thunder to the violent fury of a hurricane, weather is a fascinating part of our lives. We watch it. We listen to it. We feel it. We try to predict it. But how well do we truly understand it?Professional meteorologist Ryan Henning presents Field Guide to the Weather, a handy reference to meteorology and to the types of weather phenomena that one might encounter at home or in nature. Field Guide to the Weather is a perfect introduction to the science of weather. The information is captivating for kids and adults alike. - £0.48 (6%) Saving
Meet four magical friends who control the seasons in this irresistible new series from author-illustrator Jo Lindley.Finally it’s Winter turn to share her special season, and she’s SO excited. But her friends don’t like her chilly games. Instead of passing the weather crown to Winter, Autumn gives it to Spring.As Winter stomps off to play snow games on her own, it isn’t long before her friends start feeling bad. Can they find their way through the ice and snow to tell their friend how much she means to them?Perfect for little readers learning about empathy and taking turns.Each title centres on a different seasonal character and gently explores key social and emotional themes, such as anxiety, self-belief and resilience.Set in an enchanting natural world that readers will love to return to again and again!With a sparkling foil finish!Collect the series and discover more magical seasonal adventures: Hello Spring Hello Autumn Hello Summer - £2 (25%) Saving
Learn from home and explore the world with these fun and easy board books! Young children are fascinated with weather and the seasons.Hello, World! is a series designed to introduce first nonfiction concepts to babies and toddlers.Told in clear and easy terms and featuring bright, cheerful illustrations, Hello, World! makes learning fun for young children.Each sturdy page offers helpful prompts for engaging with your child ("Look out the window. What is the weather like today?") plus simple scientific facts ("Mornings are cooler than afternoons because the sun doesn't shine overnight.")It's a perfect way to bring science and nature into the busy world of a toddler, where learning never stops. - £10.09 (78%) Saving
There's nothing the British love more than discussing the weather and debating what it's going to do next. This handy-sized guide explains what causes the weather and easy ways to make your own forecasts. Will I need to take an umbrella this afternoon? Does a red sky tonight really mean fine weather tomorrow? What do those funny shaped clouds mean? To answer these questions and more, you need How to Read the Weather, a handy pocket-sized guide to the most important subject in the world.Renowned weather expert Storm Dunlop – yes, really – takes you through the basics of what makes the weather and shows you how to read the signs to know what's going to happen next. Along the way he also reveals some of the most unusual and dramatic weather events in our history.From barometers to blizzards, cloud bursts to cross winds, this book is perfect for the armchair meteorologist, or for those planning their next walk or camping trip. 
In many parts of the world the weather forms a daily topic of conversation.In others it hardly changes from one week to the next.However, human life is governed by the weather which affects much of our activity, from farming to fishing and from shopping to holiday-making.Now revised and brought up-to-date, Introducing Meteorology provides a proven, popular and succinct overview of the science of the weather for students and for interested amateurs wanting a topical guide to this complex science.The initial chapters describe the development of the science, weather observation, the atmosphere and the forces which govern the weather.The author then discusses weather influences at global and local scales before describing the science of weather forecasting.- £1.9 (9%) Saving
There is growing interest in learning about how weather systems are formed, what causes variations in the weather, and how to study and predict the movement of weather systems to enable accurate weather forecasting.This manual provides an easy-to-read introduction for newcomers to the subject, while providing a sufficient level of detail to prove useful to those who already have a basic understanding.The text is supported by numerous colour diagrams and photographs, including comprehensive illustration of cloud types and weather systems. - £5.41 (54%) Saving
Wouldn't it be useful to be able to accurately predict the weather simply by reading the clouds? Well, with this book, you can!TV forecasts, online predictions and smartphone apps are all based on the same data - a number-crunched overview of how air pressure and temperature affect the weather across a large geographical area.But to get an idea of how the weather will develop for the precise spot where you're standing (or walking, sailing, golfing, fishing, etc) you don't need any equipment or a wifi connection - you just need to look up.This book will give you a broad understanding of why the clouds are symptoms of weather patterns, not causes. By reading these signs in the sky and referring to the explanatory colour photographs, you will discover exactly what those signs mean.An at-a-glance guide to the clouds for anyone anywhere in the world, on land or at sea, this book will enable you to predict the weather by recognising cloud types, shapes, colour and behaviour. It will be an invaluable companion for anyone who enjoys outdoor activities.With a Foreword by Tom Cunliffe.'Well researched - practical information in an easy to assimilate form' - Professor Richard Collier, former President of the Royal Meteorological Society'So good that my Yachtmaster candidates would do well to read it. I learned something from this book. I bet you do too' - Tom Cunliffe, author of The Complete Day Skipper and The Complete Yachtmaster 'Absolutely brilliant; a must for anyone who does anything outside and for whom the weather might be important. Everyone, wherever they are in the world, will get something from this book' - Duncan Wells, author of Stress-Free Sailing and Stress-Free Motorboating 
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"Magnificently illustrated, authoritative and exceedingly well-organized."-- "Longitude" (6/27/2010 12:00:00 AM)"A colorful reference book that makes for a great introduction to the science of meteorology and climate."-- "Earth Magazine" (12/1/2010 12:00:00 AM)"An excellent introduction to the human impact on global ecosystems."-- "College & Research (C&Rl News)" (7/2/2010 12:00:00 AM)"Comprehensive and up-to-date volume covers in amazing depth all aspects of the world's weather."-- "The Birdbooker Report" (4/15/2010 12:00:00 AM)"I would gladly share this book with anybody who is interested in the natural world around us."--Jane Kinkus Yatcilla "Reference Reviews" (8/8/2011 12:00:00 AM)"Provides enough detail for weather buffs of all ages."-- "Science News" (7/8/2010 12:00:00 AM)"The science of weather--from cloud formation to approaches to slowing and reversing climate change--is clearly and succinctly explained in this wide-ranging, well-illustrated volume."-- "Scientific American" (5/1/2010 12:00:00 AM)"This book belongs in every science classroom, and should be required reading for any citizen who wants to take an informed stance on climate change."-- "Fore Word Reviews" (12/1/2010 12:00:00 AM)From the Inside Flap
"This is the best general book on climatology ever publisheda real masterpiece!"Christopher C. Burt, author of Extreme Weather
If you enjoy watching clouds and want to know more about cloud types and what they mean then this practical reference guide is for you. Beautifully illustrated with lovely images from the Met Office, this handy pocket-sized book provides you with all the information you need to identify different kinds of clouds and the kind of weather that may be on its way. Full of useful information, this book provides:- quick reference pages for rapid identification;
- a cloud classification chart and a guide to the unique cloud identification system;
- clear informative explanations from weather experts;
- a simple, easy-to-understand progression from low clouds to high stratus clouds, as well as covering unusual cloud phenomena;
- a detailed introduction on the history of cloud classification and an introduction to the three principle cloud forms, with clear explanations of the atmospheric processes that create them.
Is spring really coming earlier each year?Is this year hotter than last?What was the coldest day in your year?Record your own daily observations, calculate weekly and monthly averages and then compare changing weather patterns over the three-year period with with this personal weather log book from the Royal Meteorological Society. Perfect for weather watchers and amateur meteorologists, this illustrated record book is packed with facts, figures and information, including how to identify different cloud types, plus explanations on how clouds are formed along with other weather phenomena.The Weather Watcher's 3-Year Log Book offers the opportunity to record your own daily observations – in as much or as little detail as you wish. You can calculate weekly and monthly averages and then compare changing weather patterns over the three-year period. Is spring really coming earlier each year? Is this year hotter than last? What was the coldest day in your year?This illustrated record book is packed with facts, figures and information, including how to identify different cloud types, plus explanations on how clouds are formed along with other weather phenomena.- £10.92 (55%) Saving
The weather changes as we walk around a tree or turn down a street. There is a secret world of weather - one that we all live in, but very few see. Each day we pass dozens of small weather signs that reveal what the weather is doing all around us - and what is about to happen. The clues are easy to spot when you know how, but remain invisible to most people.In The Secret World of Weather you'll discover the simple rules that explain the weather signs. And you'll learn rare skills that enhance every minute you spend outdoors, whether you are in a town, on a beach or in a wilder spot.As the author of the international bestsellers THE WALKER'S GUIDE and HOW TO READ WATER, Tristan Gooley knows how to de-code the phenomena and signs to look for. As he says, 'I want you to get to know these signs as I have, as characters. By studying their habits and behaviours, the signs come to life and the meaning reveals itself. From this flows an ability to read what is happening and what is about to happen'.This is the ultimate guide to exploring an undiscovered world, one that hides in front of our eyes. - £8.29 (64%) Saving
Bestselling author of The Hidden Life of Trees, Peter Wohlleben, invites you to reconnect with natureAs soon as we step out of the door, nature surrounds. Thousands of small and large processes are taking place, details that are long often fascinating and beautiful. But we've long forgotten how to recognise them.Peter Wohlleben, bestselling author of The Hidden Life of Trees, invites us to become an expert, to take a closer look and interpret the signs that clouds, wind, plants and animals convey. Chaffinches become weather prophets, bees are live thermometers, courgettes tell us the time.The Weather Detective combines scientific research with charming anecdotes to explain the extraordinary cycles of life, death and regeneration that are evolving on our doorstep, bringing us closer to nature than ever before. A walk in the park will never be the same again. - £12.05 (80%) Saving
The Weather Handbook is the essential guide to how the weather is formed, providing readers with the ability to look at the sky and interpret its signs, and combine this knowledge with information provided by professional forecasts to assess for themselves what the coming weather is likely to be.This handbook has been the standard reference for almost 20 years for students on Day Skipper and Yachtmaster courses, and the handbook of choice for skippers and crew of cruising and racing yachts. It has now been completely redesigned for the third edition to be more user friendly, with new photos and updated explanatory text.
