From earthquakes and tsunamis to hurricanes and meteorites, disasters are an unfortunate but inevitable part of life on Earth. However, learning the science and facts behind these disasters can help readers be prepared and understand them. Readers will learn key safety tips such as not showering during a lightning storm. They’ll gain knowledge on how and why natural disasters happen. Age-appropriate text and colorful photographs support a deeper understanding of important parts of the elementary science curriculum and help to engage readers of many levels.