Annotation: "Earth's weather and natural disasters are important topics in the early elementary curriculum, but they're also dazzling, high-interest subjects that are sure to wow readers of all ages. Text about storms, blizzards, hurricanes, tornadoes, and more is accompanied by amazing photographs of weather phenomena. Where is the rainiest place on Earth? Which hurricane earned the nickname "Frankenstorm"? How hot is a bolt of lightning? Readers will find the answers to these questions and many more inside this exciting volume"-- cProvided by publisher.