Extreme Weather for Kids is a whirlwind ride through the wild world of weather, written in accessible language and complemented by vivid descriptions and imagery. \n\nDesigned to harness children’s natural curiosity, this action-packed introduction to meteorology incorporates firsthand accounts from inside Mother Nature’s most dramatic moments. For each phenomenon introduced, explanatory text, informative illustrations, sidebars, and asides allow readers to explore at their own pace. Along with storm-chasing reports and photos from in the field, each chapter includes a step-by-step hands-on activity for engaging with the science. \n\nWhat is the polar vortex? And why does a disrupted “polar vortex” lead to extreme cold air outbreaks across Europe, Asia, and North America? Among the many “in case you were wondering” questions addressed: \n\nHow strong can a hurricane get? \nWhat’s the biggest tornado to have ever happened? \nHow large can hail get? \nIs “thundersnow” real? How does it form? \nHow thick is lightning? And how powerful is it? \nWhere can I find “fossilized lightning?” \nCan it snow in the dessert? \nWhat are “solar storms?” \nWhat makes the northern (and southern) lights? \n\nWeather is one of the most accessible sciences there is. Everyone experiences it in some way or another, and learning the basics behind it naturally sparks interest in other sciences. That’s why Extreme Weather for Kids also teaches the basic principles of scientific observation, while placing a key emphasis on safety. \n\nExtreme Weather for Kids is sure to awaken the joy of learning—rain or shine.