Weather

DK Eyewitness Books

by D.K. Publishing

Uncover the Earth's wildest weather including how they occur and why they happen!

Become an eyewitness to the weather of the world, from flash floods to blowing blizzards, with this picture-led guide that will take you on a visual tour of all things weather-related! If you've ever wondered why it rains, or how hot a bolt of lightning really is, or even contemporary issues such as how climate change affects the weather, then this may be the book for you!

Explore everything you need to know about the Earth's most extraordinary weather, including what weather looks like, how weather works differently in diverse environments and what exactly a weather scientist does!

Throughout the pages of this newly- revised incredible weather book you can expect to find:

-All information updated by expert consultants
-Packed with amazing facts, infographics, statistics, and timelines
-Includes brand new eyewitness accounts from experts in the field

Eyewitness Weather explores fascinating full-colour photographs and illustrations of storm clouds, lightning, tornadoes, and instruments to measure changing conditions, reveal everything about weather, how it forms and changes, and how to predict it, with this unique photographic approach sure to immerse children in every page, and the added wall chart is perfect for the bedroom or classroom!

From monsoons to mountains, climate change to colours in the sky, fog, forecasting and so much more, this all-encompassing geography book is a must-have volume for curious children aged 9+ with a thirst for knowledge and learning, alongside teachers, parents and librarians.

So, what's new?

Part of DK's best-selling Eyewitness series, this popular title has been reinvigorated for the next generation of information-seekers and stay-at-home explorers, with a fresh new look, up to 20 per cent new images, including photography and updated diagrams, updated information, and a new "eyewitness" feature with fascinating first-hand accounts from experts in the field.

Explore the series!

Globally, the Eyewitness series has sold more than 50 million copies over 30 years. Join the journey to combat climate change with Eyewitness Climate Change or take a trip aboard the most famous ship in history with Eyewitness Titanic.

Genres: Science, Nonfiction, Childrens, Nature, Picture Books, History, School

72 pages, Hardcover

First published June 14, 2016

About the author

Dorling Kindersley (DK) is a British multinational publishing company specializing in illustrated reference books for adults and children in 62 languages. It is part of Penguin Random House, a consumer publishing company jointly owned by Bertelsmann SE & Co. KGaA and Pearson PLC. Bertelsmann owns 53% of the company and Pearson owns 47%.

Established in 1974, DK publishes a range of titles in genres including travel (including Eyewitness Travel Guides), arts and crafts, business, history, cooking, gaming, gardening, health and fitness, natural history, parenting, science and reference. They also publish books for children, toddlers and babies, covering such topics as history, the human body, animals and activities, as well as licensed properties such as LEGO, Disney and DeLiSo, licensor of the toy Sophie la Girafe. DK has offices in New York, London, Munich, New Delhi, Toronto and Melbourne.

Source: Wikipedia.

Reviews

[Vincent Reese · Rating 5 out of 5]

The Picture book by "Brian Cosgrove," is a non-fiction book that illustrates the findings of world weather. I thought the book was well placed together with the book having images on every page that relates to each text subject on each page for weather like the Suns heat, Wind, Snow and Storms. It gives great details about how weather is formed and even has a "frequently asked question and answer" area near the ending of the book to exhibit what its readers should have learned from their previous reading of the text before the frequently asked questions area. The book also comes with a CD and a poster so that someone doing an assignment, like myself, can easily access the information they need for their assignment. In conclusion, I would recommend the book to other Students or to anyone needing to know about the World's Weathering System.

Thanks,
Vincent Reese
ASU STUDENT ID#1000897213

[Amber · Rating 4 out of 5]

Beautiful pictures and simple definitions. It answered a lot of questions my children had and lended to our overall studies of weather. Even the section on "global warming" wasn't as daft as more modern books. It actually acknowledged natural climate changes and mere theories.

[Heather · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a children's nonfiction book. The information is given mostly through photographs (about 10 per 2-page-spread) with a short paragraph accompanying each picture. Each 2-page-spread teaches about a different aspect of weather (clouds, frost, etc.). I really enjoyed it. It reminded me of things I once knew (like the different types of clouds) and taught me new things, too (like how clouds form). It's not a page-turner, but was pretty interesting. It has too much text for my little ones, but now that I've read it I can summarize a page quickly for them. I'm looking forward to doing a "preschool" week on weather. The only problem is that now I want to by a home weather station!

[Maria · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book contains all the info you would want to know about the complex - and sometimes dangerous - patterns of weather. Tornadoes, storm fronts, hail, and hurricanes are just some of the subjects covered in this book. Did this pique your interest? Explore the wild world of weather!
I loved learning about why tornadoes are so dangerous and why the sky is blue. The facts in this books are fascinating, as well as the photos.

[Naomi]

A great DK book on weather. It has pictures, facts, diagrams and facts.
It talks about air movement, weather signs from plants and animals, tools used to measure aspects of weather, weather forecasting, sun, frost and ice, water in the air, types of clouds, rain, fronts and lows, thunder and lightning, snow, storms and wind.

[Kristy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Filled with facts and numerous pictures, this book will capture the attention of any child interested in weather or science. Detailed information, well labeled pictures, and an extensive glossary all make this book a great resource for older children wanting to learn about weather.


Publication Date: 2007
Age/Grade level: 5th to 8th grade
Format: Print Book

[Jennifer · Rating 3 out of 5]

Explores all aspects of weather. Forecasting, the sun, clouds, winds, storms, precipitation, changing weather, and much, much more.

6th Grade New Mexico Science Standards:
Strand II. Standard III. 5-8 Benchmark II. 4
Strand II. Standard III. 5-8 Benchmark II. 5
Strand II. Standard III. 5-8 Benchmark II. 6

*Available at Albuquerque/Bernalillo County Libraries*

[Rachael · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book is about all of the different forms of weather. From hurricanes, to the biggest size hail, students can read this book to learn everything they need to know. I would use this book in my classroom to explain to students all of the necessities about the unit of weather.

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[Deborah Harris]

AR Quiz No. 14299 EN Nonfiction
Accelerated Reader Quiz Information IL: MG - BL: 7.6 - AR Pts: 1.0
Accelerated Reader Quiz Type Information AR Quiz Types: RP

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[Denise · Rating 3 out of 5]

A lot of information in this book, but I found it hard to read. If you love the science of weather it is probably a great intro to some concepts, but I had trouble staying awake and focusing on it.

[Alexa · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great book!
I am usually a fiction nerd but this took me in. There was a lot of information that really helped me understand the process of weather.

[K Morlando · Rating 5 out of 5]

A great addition to our weather unit!

[Theresa · Rating 3 out of 5]

great resource of information for research for children and schools