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Matt and Dad are flying Matt's kite, Whirlwind, on a windy day. Matt's Dad is a storm chaser for the Weather Service, and he tells Matt about the best storm he ever saw. Suddenly, a storm blows up, and a twister appears. Matt and Dad run for shelter, watching the twister from the safety of a tunnel.

Kaitlyn and her father are camping out in Glacier National Park. Kaitlyn hears some eerie howling at night, and the next day, they find signs that wolves may have been in the area. But wolves were thought to be extinct from the park. That night, they hear more howling, and discover a family of wolves outside their tent.

This book looks at the different forms of water, the water cycle and how water has been used by people over the centuries. It also examines what we need to do to use this precious resource wisely.

We use measurement often in our daily lives, to measure such things as distance, weight, time and the weather. This book looks at how people historically measured these things, and how we do it today.

Ben and Jodie are exploring a canyon, and narrowly escape being swept away in a flash flood. The next day, they return to the canyon to retrieve Jodie's school backpack, and discover some fossilised bones. These give Jodie an idea for her science project and on returning to the site, they meet some palaeontologists who are very interested in their discovery.

Nina and her parents are having an adventurous holiday, deep underground in a cave. But Nina gets separated from the tour group and is suddenly alone in the dark. With the help of the light of thousands of glowworms, she is able to find her way to safety.

Each book in the Adventures with the Parkers series for kids 8-13 takes the Parker family to a popular national park and is packed with adventure as well as interesting facts about park activities, natural history, outdoor safety, and much more. All books have been vetted and approved by park officials and park associations. Each book includes color illustrations and photographs.

In this latest installment of FalconGuide's Adventures with the Parkers series, the Parkers, an intrepid family of four, journey to Acadia National Park in Maine where they explore the beautiful coastal waters and hike many of the park's finest trails, including to the top of Cadillac Mountain, the first place in the U.S. to see the sun rise every morning. They decide to end their trip by camping on an island within the national park, but when Mom tries to kayak back to the mainland, she gets beached on a remote island--and quickly discovers she is not the only one stranded there!Each book in the exciting Adventures with the Parkers series for kids 8–13 explores a popular national park and is packed with adventure as well as engaging and educational facts about nature, outdoor safety, and much more. Vacation has never been this fun!

In this latest installment of FalconGuide's Adventures with the Parkers series, the Parkers, an intrepid family of four, journey to Grand Teton National Park. While there they see moose, grizzly bears, elk and other animals while hiking the Teton Crest Trail, one of the most beautiful backpacks in the country. But when the parents hire a guide and attempt to scale the Grand Teton, things get dicey in the extreme mountain environment. Will they make it safely to the top--and back down again?Each book in the exciting Adventures with the Parkers series for kids 8-13 explores a popular national park and is packed with adventure as well as engaging and educational facts about nature, outdoor safety, and much more. Summer vacation has never been this fun!

How did ancient peoples explain thunderstorms? How does the Sun send ocean water up into the clouds? How do electric charges form in a storm cloud? This series explores the causes and effects that shape our world. From the underwater volcanoes that sprout into islands, to the rushing waterfalls that spark electric currents, this series demonstrates how both natural and man-made phenomena occur.

Help kids become birdwatchers with this guide for ages 8 to 12 Get ready to watch and listen to the hidden world of birds My Awesome Field Guide to North American Birds is a complete handbook for young birders. Kids will learn all about the birds that live around them-from Chimney Swifts to Horned Larks-and find step-by-step guidance on how to identify them. With clever bird-watching tips and tons of beautiful photos, they'll discover the habitats where different species thrive and start planning their own birding adventures. 150 amazing birds-Kids will meet a whole bunch of bird species that are native to North America, with pictures that show off what makes them unique, like their size, shape, and coloring. Spot birds everywhere-Once kids know what to look for, they'll be able to recognize birds anywhere they go, even if it's just in the backyard or on the way to school.Your own field notebook-This bird book for kids includes 50 blank field log pages so kids can keep track of which birds they've encountered and where. Kids will identify and catalog dozens of birds with this fascinating field guide that has everything they need to get started.

In eight chapters covering everything from "Yosemite's Rich Past" to "Endless Things to See and Do," Mike Graf calls on the park's most knowledgeable insiders -- biologists, rangers, even the park's resident entertainer -- to share their most exciting stories and best advice. Colorful photos and illustrations enable young readers to get up close and personal with Yosemite's waterfalls, Giant Sequoia trees, sheer granite walls, and, of course, those famous black bears. This guide also recommends gear for a national park visit and offers safety tips, a wildlife observation how-to and birding guide, tips on managing a wildlife encounter, and a guide to rock climber lingo and a difficulty ratings system. Also featured are detailed accounts of famous climbs, tips on how to protect the park and keep it green, an historical timeline, and a list of popular hikes.

Each book in the Adventures with the Parkers series for kids 8-13 takes the Parker family to a popular national park and is packed with adventure as well as interesting facts about park activities, natural history, outdoor safety, and much more. All books have been vetted and approved by park officials and park associations. Each book includes color illustrations and photographs.

Each book in the Adventures with the Parkers series for kids 8-13 takes the Parker family to a popular national park and is packed with adventure as well as interesting facts about park activities, natural history, outdoor safety, and much more. All books have been vetted and approved by park officials and park associations. Each book includes color illustrations and photographs.

Each book in the Adventures with the Parkers series for kids 8-13 takes the Parker family to a popular national park and is packed with adventure as well as interesting facts about park activities, natural history, outdoor safety, and much more. All books have been vetted and approved by park officials and park associations. Each book includes color illustrations and photographs.