What Is a Heat Wave? (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9780778723974)

This informative book shows young readers how and why long periods of hot weather occur, where and when heat waves happen most often, and how extreme heat can be dangerous to people and animals. Readers will also learn about water shortages, droughts, and fire hazards, the equipment that meteorologists use to forecast heat waves, and techniques to stay safe during times of extreme heat.

Author: Robin Johnson
ISBN-10: 0778723976
ISBN-13: 9780778723974
Publisher: Crabtree Classics
Language: English
Published: 03/15/2016
Pages: 24
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.60lbs
Size: 8.00h x 8.20w x 0.20d

Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 4
Point Value: 0.5
Interest Level: Lower Grade
Quiz #/Name: 182252 / What Is a Heat Wave?