Earthquakes and Other Natural Disasters

Earthquakes and Other Natural Disasters
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Publisher : Penguin
Total Pages : 102
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ISBN-10 : 9780756696115
ISBN-13 : 0756696119
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Book Synopsis Earthquakes and Other Natural Disasters by : Harriet Griffey

Download or read book Earthquakes and Other Natural Disasters written by Harriet Griffey and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2011-12-06 with total page 102 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book brings readers face to face with some of the deadliest natural disasters of all time, from the eruption of Mount Vesuvius to the San Francisco earthquake of 1906. As they go, they'll learn about the scientific forces that cause these incredible events. DK Readers is a multi-level learning-to-read programme combining DK's highly visual style with appealing stories at five graduated levels. Stunning photographs and engaging, age-appropriate stories are guaranteed to capture a child's interest while developing reading skills and general knowledge. DK Readers allow progression from stories for beginning readers with simple sentences and word repetition through to stories with rich vocabulary and more challenging sentence structure for proficient readers. now available in iPad-friendly format. Written by leading children's authors and compiled in consultation with leading literacy experts.


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