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Drought: The Quiet Disaster

Drought: The Quiet Disaster

by Cunningham, Kevin

ISBN: 9798892603928

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Ancient lakes turned into wastelands. Vast fields of brown grass. Desperate people on the move in search of water. Droughts have become a threat around the world. The Planet in Danger series delves into the science behind this often-overlooked catastrophe. In Drought: The Quiet Disaster, experts discuss climate change’s role in causing more frequent and intense droughts. Eyewitnesses tell vivid stories of life during drought and share hopeful accounts of finding solutions to problems. Color images and fast facts supply another level of information. Maps track drought while a glossary defines important terms. Special sections point readers to resources for learning more.

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  • Copyright: 2025
    Imprint:     Mitchell Lane
    Category:     Nonfiction

    Interest Level:

    • Elementary

    Reading Level:

    • Grade 4

    AR Title: No

  • Book Features:

    • About the Author
    • Full-color photographs
    • Further Resources
    • Glossary
    • High Interest, Low Readability (Hi-Lo)
    • Index
    • Interesting facts
    • Table of Contents

    Dewey Number: 904.5
    Page Count:     32
    Trim:     6 1/2 x 9 1/4

Reviews and Awards for Drought: The Quiet Disaster

"VERDICT A well-organized and informative resource. Recommended for collections needing up-to-date books on natural disasters and climate change."--SLJ

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Planet in Danger Series

Human-caused climate change presents problems in the present. But left unchecked, it promises to bring enormous consequences in the future. The Planet in Danger series delves into specific threats that have arisen as greenhouse gases warm the atmosphere. Merging storytelling with science, the books offer readable introductions to six important issues while focusing on how each impacts people and societies around the world. Beautiful color images, a map, and Fast Facts flesh out the subject matter. An index and glossary of important terms aid comprehension. A curated list of books and websites points the way for readers to expand their knowledge.