¡Huracanes!

What is a hurricane? In these times of extreme weather, Gail Gibbons' newly updated and informative introduction to hurricanes answers that question and provides practical safety tips.

Imagine a force that can shake ships like toys and throw them ashore, destroy bridges, produce waves up to four meters high, and change the shape of the coast. With their strong winds and torrential rains, hurricanes can do all that.

In this revised edition, endorsed by meteorology experts and recently translated, Gail Gibbons explains to readers how hurricanes form and classify, what safety measures should be taken, and the constantly evolving technology that helps us predict the behavior of these powerful hurricanes. storms.

The update includes definitions of new hurricane terms, updated information on the wind speeds that define hurricane categories, tips on how to prepare for this type of natural disaster, and much more. As this type of inclement weather has become increasingly frequent and intense, Hurricanes! It is the best introduction for children to this important and current topic.

Because of their characteristically simple, colorful illustrations and informative diagrams, Gail Gibbons' nonfiction books are considered “indispensable in any collection” ( Kirkus Reviews ). They present complex topics in a clear and accessible way for young readers who are just beginning to explore the world.