Download or read book Avalanches written by Steven Otfinoski and published by Children's Press. This book was released on 2016 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Extreme Earth Get up close and personal with some of the most amazing naturalevents in the world, from powerful volcanic eruptions that coat the surrounding area in lava and ash to massive sinkholes that cause the ground to collapse in on itself. Readers will find out what causes these extreme events to occur, what kind of effects they can have on the planet, and how people can stay safe during natural disasters. Avalanches: If avalanche victims aren't rescued within 15 minutes, their chances of survival are slim. THE FEATURES * Engaging text highlights STEM careers involved in studying and protecting against natural disasters * Colorful photos offer incredible views of these extreme events in action * Glossaries explain difficult terms in a way that makes them easy to understand * Sidebars highlight notable extreme events throughout history, unique ways of dealing with the effects of natural disasters, and much more * www.factsfornow.scholastic.com