NSTA Recommends
Tornadoes
by H. Michael Mogil
Price at time of review: $16.95
72 pp.
Voyageur Press, Inc.
Stillwater, MN
2001
ISBN: 0-89658-522-0
Grade Level: 5-8
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Reviewed by Amanda King
7th & 8th Science Teacher
There is nothing as terrifying to Midwesterners as the tornado siren. The air pressure drops, the sky darkens, and residents seek cover. Each year a few twisters touch ground with tragic results. Dramatically illustrated with more than 20 full-page photographs, Tornadoes provides the reader with an awesome introduction to these violent storms. From detailed explanations of funnel cloud formation to entertaining stories of unique storm phenomena, this book is guaranteed to grab the reader’s attention.
Nine short chapters are very orderly and complete. The reading level is grade 9-10, and some pages of dense text make the concepts most appropriate for mature readers. Because it contains no lab activities, this book is strictly for content background, but the glossary and index make it an excellent resource for a research project. Younger children interested in storms would enjoy the pictures and could use the book for reference with the help of a stronger reader. I was amazed at the quantity of information about tornadoes and thunderstorms that was presented in a very interesting way. Tornadoes would make a great addition to a Earth science or weather reference collection.
Review posted on 11/21/2001
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