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What Is a Hurricane?

What Is a Hurricane?

Author: Robin Johnson

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Vibrant, full-color photographs and accessible text help introduce young readers to hurricanes. Readers will learn how warm water and wind combine to form these powerful storms, which parts of the world are most affected and when, and what steps to take to prepare for these severe weather events.
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Ages: 8-10
Read time: 15-30 mins
AR LEVEL: 4.1
LEXILE©: 640L
Ages: 8-10
Read time: 15-30 mins

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