Wildfires (Natural Disasters)

Baltzer, Rochelle

 
9781617830365: Wildfires (Natural Disasters)
ISBN 10: 1617830364 ISBN 13: 9781617830365
Editorial: BIG BUDDY BOOKS, 2011

Sinopsis

Clear, easy-to-read text pairs with oversized, gripping photos to introduce readers to the basics of wildfires. Readers will learn why they happen, where they occur, and how they affect land. Types of wildfires are also explained, and a simple diagram illustrates the fire triangle. A Case Study chapter discusses the Peshtigo Fire of 1871, while a map aids comprehension. Firefighting and smoke jumpers, damage and cleanup work, safety methods, and preventive measures are also covered. "Breaking News" fact boxes appear throughout, and the book concludes with a "News Flash!" facts page. This compelling title will leave readers feeling more informed about the wildfires they hear about in the news. Features include a table of contents, a glossary with phonetic spellings, and an index. Big Buddy BOOKS is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company.

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Reseña del editor

Introduces wildfires, describing what causes them, how they spread, and how firefighters work to control them, along with a case study of the Peshtigo Fire in Washington state which began on October 8th, 1871.

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Editorial
BIG BUDDY BOOKS
Año de publicación
2011
Idioma
Inglés
ISBN 10 
1617830364
ISBN 13 
9781617830365
Encuadernación
Encuadernación de biblioteca
Número de páginas
32
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