Weather in 30 seconds
By: Dr. Jen Green ; illustrated by Tom Woolley ; consultant: Professor Adam Scaife
Contributors: Woolley, Tom, 1981- illustrator; Scaife, Adam, consultant
Publisher: Ivy Press
Published: 2015
Place of publication: East Sussex, England
Language: eng
Number of pages: 96
ISBN-13: 9781782402855
Subjects: Weather; Juvenile literature; Seasons; Climatology; Climatic changes; Weather forecasting; Juvenile works
Other titles: Weather in thirty seconds
Description: This book takes readers on a whirlwind tour of our planet's weather and climate. 30 key topics explore and explain the how and why of our global weather and its effects, from atmospheric influences, the seasons, and climate zones to extreme events, forecasting, and global warming. Each topic is presented in a neat 30-second sound bite, supported by a 3-second flash summary and a full-page colourful artwork. Fun active "missions" support the topics and encourage kids to find out more. With stunning artwork, the attention-grabbing format is engaging and immediate, introducing readers aged from 8 up to this fascinating subject that affects all our lives.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.