Yuma Public Library

When thinking about natural disasters, floods probably aren't the first thing that come to mind. However, a sudden rise in water level can cause great destruction and even death. This book explores where and why floods occur and features photographs of the incredible damage they can cause. Readers will learn how people survived some of the worst floods in recent history as well as new prediction methods to help avoid the damage and destruction floods...

Describes kinds of floods, including those caused by tsunamis and hurricanes, flood watches and warnings, rivers that are flood prone, preventive measures, and various floods of the past.

"North American Spanish translation of Spot Floods. Excite early readers about science and weather with a low-level reader about floods. Using a search-and-find framework, emergent readers learn simple facts about floods and the impact they have"--

Provides information about floods, explaining how and why they happen, discussing flood prevention, and looking at the aftermath of floods. Includes a related activity that demonstrates how different soils absorb water differently.

"Use the scientific method to learn how experts predict floods and other natural disasters."--

Explores the causes of flooding, types of floods, their potential to have positive impacts and be controlled, and safety precautions to follow in the event of a disaster.

"Briefly presents specific survival strategies that can be used in a flood"--Provided by publisher.

Describes the rescue efforts involved in saving the lives of animals affected by a flood.

Describes floods, how they occur, and ways to stay safe during a flood--in both English and Spanish.