The Science of an Avalanche
From the Series 21st Century Skills Library
This book discusses the science behind avalanches and their effects. The chapters explore case studies of avalanches, identify environmental factors that cause these disasters, and explain how experts prevent avalanches. Diagrams, charts, and photos provide opportunities to evaluate and understand the scientific concepts involved.
| Interest Level | Grade 4 - Grade 8 |
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| Reading Level | Grade 5 |
| Copyright | 2016 |
| BISACS | JNF051160, JNF051080, JNF037080 |
| Genre | Nonfiction |
| Publisher | Cherry Lake Publishing |
| Series | Racial Justice in America: Excellence and Achievement: 21st Century Skills Library |
| Language | English |
| Number of Pages | 32 |
| Lexile | 920 |
| ISBN | 9781633624849 |
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| Title Format | Reinforced book |
| Release Date | 2015-08-01 |
| Author | Carol Hand |
| Features | Author/Illustrator biography, Glossary of key words, Index, Informative sidebars, Sources for further research, Table of contents |
| Dewey | 551.57/848 |
| Graphics | Full-color photographs |
| Dimensions | 7.5 x 9.5 |
| Guided Reading Level | W |
| ATOS Reading Level | 5.7 |
| Accelerated Reader® Quiz | 178800 |
| Accelerated Reader® Points | 0.5 |