Great Disasters: Set Eight

A disaster is a natural or man-made event that causes harm or destruction. Natural disasters include tornadoes, hurricanes, and earthquakes, while man-made events include wars, terrorism, and industrial accidents. Mega-disasters, such as asteroid impacts or supervolcano eruptions, could have catastrophic consequences for the Earth. The Eruption is a book that combines fiction and non-fiction to engage readers with the subject matter, using dramatic illustrations and bite-sized texts.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 36 pages
Publication date: 01 January 2019
Publisher: Ransom Publishing

A disaster is a significant event that causes widespread damage, loss of life, and disruption to communities. Natural disasters, such as earthquakes, hurricanes, and floods, are caused by natural forces such as tectonic plate movement, weather patterns, and climate change. Man-made disasters, on the other hand, are caused by human activities such as war, terrorism, and industrial accidents.

Natural disasters can have devastating effects on the environment, including loss of habitat, destruction of infrastructure, and displacement of people. Hurricanes, for example, can cause flooding, wind damage, and storm surges that can destroy homes, businesses, and entire communities. Earthquakes can cause widespread destruction, including buildings collapsing, landslides, and tsunamis. Floods can cause widespread flooding, which can damage crops, infrastructure, and homes.

Man-made disasters can also have devastating effects on the environment, including pollution, deforestation, and climate change. War can cause widespread destruction, including the loss of life, destruction of infrastructure, and displacement of people. Terrorism can cause widespread fear and panic, and can lead to terrorist attacks that can cause significant damage. Industrial accidents can cause widespread pollution, and can lead to the loss of life and injury.

Mega-disasters are disasters that are so large and complex that they require a coordinated response from multiple organizations and governments. Examples of mega-disasters include the 2010 Haiti earthquake, the 2011 Japan earthquake and tsunami, and the 2015 Nepal earthquake. These disasters have caused widespread damage, loss of life, and disruption to communities, and have highlighted the need for improved disaster preparedness and response.

The Eruption is a story about living and dying in the path of a volcano. It features an exciting combination of both fiction and non-fiction, and enables readers to engage with the subject matter using dramatic illustrations and bite-sized texts. The beautifully illustrated fiction story appears in two formats - short, simple texts for more able readers and an illustrated speech bubble version of the same story, for those who are really struggling.

The book is part of the Trailblazers series, which is designed to keep reluctant readers engaged. It is written by a team of experienced authors and illustrators, and is designed to be accessible to children of all ages. The book includes a glossary of terms, a list of resources, and a discussion guide to help parents and teachers engage with the book.

In conclusion, a disaster is a significant event that causes widespread damage, loss of life, and disruption to communities. Natural disasters are caused by natural forces, while man-made disasters are caused by human activities. Mega-disasters are disasters that are so large and complex that they require a coordinated response from multiple organizations and governments. The Eruption is a story about living and dying in the path of a volcano that features an exciting combination of both fiction and non-fiction, and is designed to be accessible to children of all ages.

Weight: 110g
Dimension: 211 x 160 x 4 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781841676944