Storm Chaser
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Summary
A group of storm chasers stands along the highway filming as a tornado rips its way across the landscape. Some storm chasers are ordinary people looking for a thrill, but many are meteorologists working to find out more about dangerous weather. Look inside to find out more about how these adventurous scientists help keep people safe from deadly storms.
Specifications
- Author: Ann heinrichs
- Copyright: 2009
- Level: Grade 4 - Grade 8
- Dewey: 551.55--dc22
- BISAC: JNF011000, JNF037080
- Pages: 32
- Date Available: 2009-01-01
- Format: Hardcover (Reinforced binding)
- ISBN: 9781602793088
- Dimensions: 7.5 x 9.5
- Series: 21st Century Skills Library
- Subseries: Cool Science Careers
Leveling
- Accelerated Reader® Quiz: 129132
- Accelerated Reader® Reading Level: 5.8
- Accelerated Reader® Interest Level: Mg
- Accelerated Reader® Points: 1.0
Table of Contents
- Twister!
- Chasing Storms for a Living
- Becoming a Storm Chaser
- The Future of Storm Chasing
- Some Famous Storm Chasers
- Glossary
- For More Information
- Index
- About the Author
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Contributors
Author: Ann Heinrichs
Ann Heinrichs is the author of more than 200 books for children and young adults. They cover U.S. and world history and culture, science and nature, and English grammar. Ann has also enjoyed careers as a children’s book editor and an advertising copywriter. An avid traveler, she has toured Europe, Africa, the Middle East, and East Asia. Born in Fort Smith, Arkansas, she now lives in Chicago. She enjoys biking, kayaking, and flying kites.