The Tri-State Tornado of 1925 was the deadliest tornado strike in American history, tearing through three states and killing 700 people. The Joplin Tornado of 2011 was a mile-wide monster that destroyed heart of a vibrant city. The true stories of these two events plus fascinating facts, profiles of tornado scientists and storm chasers create a unique and thrilling nonfiction read, by the author of the New York Times bestselling I Survived series....

Explains how leaves change their colors in autumn and then separate from the tree as the tree prepares for winter.

"Slime is strange and fascinating. It acts like both a solid and a liquid. Want to find out how to make your own? This book shows you how! Using simple materials and easy step-by-step instructions, young readers can explore the science behind this fun project"--Publisher's website.

Profiles thirty-five prominent men in African American history, including James Armistead Lafayette, Thurgood Marshall, Alvin Ailey, and Leland Melvin.

Explores the causes of floods, where they occur, and the relationship between floods and climate change. Explains how to stay safe during a flood. Includes color photographs, a glossary, and additional resources.

"Three weeks. Two sisters. One car. A true story. Raina can't wait to be a big sister. But once Amara is born, things aren't quite how she expected them to be. Amara is cute, but she's also a cranky, grouchy baby, and mostly prefers to play by herself. Their relationship doesn't improve much over the years. But when a baby brother enters the picture, and later, when something doesn't seem right between their parents, they realize they must figure...

Explores the causes of droughts, where they occur, and their effects on people, plants, and animals. Highlights ways to conserve water in order to prevent droughts. Includes color photographs, a glossary, and additional resources.

Explores the causes of tsunamis, where they occur, and the dangers of tsunamis. Highlights ways to stay safe in the event of a tsunami. Includes color photographs, a glossary, and additional resources.

Explores the microbial world of viruses, bacteria, fungi, protists, and archaea populations. Features science experiments, a glossary, resources for further information, and illustrated step-by-step instructions.

Stymied by her unfinished family tree assignment for school, a young girl seeks Grandma's counsel and learns about her ancestors, the consequences of slavery, and the history of Black resistance in the United States.