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Description
The book explores the causes and effects of famines and droughts that have occurred throughout history and continue to affect regions around the world today. It examines how relief organizations respond to these humanitarian crises and the challenges they face. The author also discusses strategies for preventing future famines and droughts. This book is written for middle grade readers at a reading level of 7.9.
Quick Summary
This book pulls back the curtain on some of the most devastating weather events on Earth and reveals the heroic scientists and relief workers who race against time to save communities. Readers will be fascinated by the surprising science behind how droughts turn fertile land into dust bowls, why certain regions seem trapped in endless hunger cycles, and the cutting-edge tools relief agencies use to predict and prevent famines before they strike. If your kid devours the real-world survival stories and scientific explanations in "I Survived" books or National Geographic Kids fact books, this offers that same gripping mix of drama and discovery. Perfect for curious kids ages 9 to 13 in grades 4 through 8 who want to understand how our planet's climate works and discover how they can make a difference in global humanitarian challenges.