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1) Weather
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Explores the causes, changing patterns, and forecasting of weather. Uses photographs of actual weather patterns to illustrate ideas presented in the text.
2) Weather
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Outlines requirements for pursuing a weather merit badge including cloud formations, weather patterns, trade winds, forecasting methods, and various factors which contribute to unique weather patterns.
6) Tornado
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The terror of tornadoes unfolds with this account of the most devastating natural phenomenon in the world. Includes precautions.
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"Below-freezing temperatures, scorching heat, and storms bigger than the planet Earth are just some of the wild weather you will encounter on your trip through the solar system! Get your fun facts along with your forecast for each major planet, as well as a moon (Titan) and a dwarf planet (Pluto)"--Provided by publisher.
10) Blizzard
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Blizzards occur when severe snow is accompanied by low temperatures and wind. Details development, warning signs, destructive force and self protection for these winter disasters.
12) Hurricane
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Describes a hurricane experience and its destruction. Explains how the weather bureau can detect, measure, predict and warn people about a hurricane experience. Discusses protecting oneself.
13) Feel the fog
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"A photographic picture book that explores how fog is formed, how it clears away, why it feels cold, and more"--
16) Weather science
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Illustrations and text introduce various aspects of the weather, from the state of the air around us to the science of meteorology and forecasting.
18) Storms
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Looks at all the big storms created by Mother Nature run amuk--from lightning and thunder to monsoons, hurricanes, and tornadoes. Features superlatives, jokes, and best of all, the incredible photographs available only from National Geographic.