1. BIBLIOGRAPHY
Simon, Seymour. 2007. Hurricanes. New York, NY: Harper Collins. ISBN 0061170712
2. PLOT SUMMARY
Simon, Seymour. 2007. Hurricanes. New York, NY: Harper Collins. ISBN 0061170712
2. PLOT SUMMARY
During the season between June and November the east coast of the United States host storms that can span hundreds of miles wide and last weeks at a time. This particular type of storm can release the amount of energy equaling to ten atomic bombs. They are the only weather disasters to be given its own name and number. Hurricanes are tremendously powerful storms. Even after they pass, conditions can be very dangerous outside. Seymour Simon has written an informational book on this subject filled with tips and advice to help keep one safe from the dangers of these storms.
3. CRITICAL ANALYSIS
Seymour Simon has teamed up with the Smithsonian Institute to bring to life the discovery of science from the world we live in. In this book, Hurricanes, Simon was able to accurately capture the essence and power of these storms. He starts by offering easy to understand definitions of how these tropical storms form. He then goes on to give further details, satellite shots, and historical stories of the devastation hurricanes leave behind. Simon presents similes within the information that helps the reader make connections. Such as the example of how these storms form. He compares an ice skater who tucks and spins to gather faster speed to the eye of the hurricane. The pictures offered in the book are powerful representations of hurricanes strength and destruction. The images offer a look into the affects of these storms before, during, and after as well as the emotions of the people who were personally affected. Towards the end of the book Simon lists various tips and suggestions to help people stay safe upon the encounter of a hurricane. The last page offers a glossary, index and websites for the reader to research more about these natural disasters. This book is an excellent source of information that informs the reader of the dangers that lie within these storms.
4. REVIEW EXCERPTS
Booklist: Simon explains what hurricanes are and imparts a vivid sense of their destructive potential.
School Library Journal: An updated edition of Simon’s 2003 title…with readable text and excellent photos.
5. CONNECTIONS
3. CRITICAL ANALYSIS
Seymour Simon has teamed up with the Smithsonian Institute to bring to life the discovery of science from the world we live in. In this book, Hurricanes, Simon was able to accurately capture the essence and power of these storms. He starts by offering easy to understand definitions of how these tropical storms form. He then goes on to give further details, satellite shots, and historical stories of the devastation hurricanes leave behind. Simon presents similes within the information that helps the reader make connections. Such as the example of how these storms form. He compares an ice skater who tucks and spins to gather faster speed to the eye of the hurricane. The pictures offered in the book are powerful representations of hurricanes strength and destruction. The images offer a look into the affects of these storms before, during, and after as well as the emotions of the people who were personally affected. Towards the end of the book Simon lists various tips and suggestions to help people stay safe upon the encounter of a hurricane. The last page offers a glossary, index and websites for the reader to research more about these natural disasters. This book is an excellent source of information that informs the reader of the dangers that lie within these storms.
4. REVIEW EXCERPTS
Booklist: Simon explains what hurricanes are and imparts a vivid sense of their destructive potential.
School Library Journal: An updated edition of Simon’s 2003 title…with readable text and excellent photos.
5. CONNECTIONS
*Ask the students to research a past named hurricane scrap booking a display on a poster board.
*Have students make a model of a hurricane using stretched cotton balls and attaching them to construction paper to form the storm.
*Have students report the weather conditions, location of the hurricane, and or give advisories and tips.
*Ask students to write a poem describing either the after affects or the power of these storms.
Other related books:
Cole, Joanna. The Magic School Bus Inside A Hurricane. ISBN 0590446878
DK Publishing. Hurricane & Tornado. ISBN 075660690X
Simon, Seymour. Weather. ISBN 0060884398
*Have students report the weather conditions, location of the hurricane, and or give advisories and tips.
*Ask students to write a poem describing either the after affects or the power of these storms.
Other related books:
Cole, Joanna. The Magic School Bus Inside A Hurricane. ISBN 0590446878
DK Publishing. Hurricane & Tornado. ISBN 075660690X
Simon, Seymour. Weather. ISBN 0060884398
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