Earthquakes cover

Reading Metrics

Grade Level Middle Grades (MG 4-8)
Book Level 4.4
Points 0.5
Fiction/Nonfiction Nonfiction
Word Count 1011
Points per Word 0.000495
Page Count 24
Points per Page 0.020833

Description

Explains what earthquakes are, why they happen, how they are studied and how to protect yourself in an earthquake.

Quick Summary

Kids will discover the science behind why the ground suddenly starts shaking in this fast-paced guide that turns scary-sounding tremors into something they can understand and even predict. Young readers will love the real earthquake stories, The Way to Treasure Island scientists track invisible waves, and the cool survival tips that could one day save their lives. If your kid devours the Magic Tree House series or enjoys other Nat Geo Kids STEM books, they will love this quick dive into earth science. This book is perfect for kids ages 8-12 in grades 4-6 who want to satisfy their curiosity about our planet in a single quick read.