Tsunamis and the Environment - (Disasters and the Environment) by Ailynn Collins (Hardcover)

About the Book

"Tsunamis can be more than 100 feet tall! After tsunamis crash into a coastline, their harmful effects can linger for years. Besides the impact to people, they can be disastrous for the environment. Tsunamis can strip sand from beaches and uproot trees. Salt from ocean water can seep into the ground and keep plants from growing. Tsunamis also kill many animals and destroy their homes. Learn about the important actions people are taking to help areas affected by tsunamis recover"--

Book Synopsis

Tsunamis can be more than 100 feet tall! After tsunamis crash into a coastline, their harmful effects can linger for years. Besides the impact to people, they can be disastrous for the environment. Tsunamis can strip sand from beaches and uproot trees. Salt from ocean water can seep into the ground and keep plants from growing. Tsunamis also kill many animals and destroy their homes. Learn about the important actions people are taking to help areas affected by tsunamis recover.

Review Quotes

The Disasters and the Environment series is a riveting exploration of natural disasters and their effects on the planet and humanity. Each book in the series is well crafted with bright visuals and in-depth research that combine science with detailed information on how animals and humans are affected by these issues. In addition to scientific explanations of the featured natural disaster, each book contains brief case studies that show its real-world impact. Earthquakes highlights the destructive power of seismic activity, exploring its effects on ecosystems, infrastructure, and human lives. Hurricanes explains how hurricanes form and examines the growing intensity of these storms due to climate change alongside insights into the devastation hurricanes bring to coastal regions. Tsunamis delves into the chain reactions caused by undersea earthquakes, emphasizing the negative impact on marine ecosystems and coastal communities and incorporating images of towering waves and detailed analyses of tsunami-prone regions. Lastly, Wildfires focuses on the destructive yet regenerative role of wildfires. The books are easy to read, and each title's straightforward table of contents and helpful index will assist readers looking to learn more about all terms. A must-read for environmental enthusiasts and a perfect one for science teachers to add to their classroom shelves.--Aurora Dominguez "Booklist"

About the Author

Ailynn Collins has written many books for children, from stories about aliens and monsters, to books about science, space, and the future. These are her favorite subjects. She lives outside Seattle with her family and six dogs. When she's not writing, she enjoys participating in dog shows and dog sports.