When an earthquake creates a tsunami while thirteen-year-old Kyle is babysitting his sister during a family vacation at a Pacific Coast resort, he tries to save himself, his sister, and a boy who has bullied him for years.

Ben is visiting his dad's home town in Japan when first a massive earthquake, and then a tsunami hit the island nation. Now Ben is alone, separated from his family, and stranded in a strange country. Can he survive this epic disaster?

"Carefully leveled text and engaging full-color photos introduce early fluent readers to the science behind earthquakes, including where and why earthquakes happen and how to stay safe when the ground starts to shake. Includes activity, glossary, and index."--

During a party a tsunami hits the coast of California, and Denver and a handful of others escape death and are swept out to sea. Of course, one of her fellow castaways is none other than her ex-BFF, Abigail, who can barely stand the sight of her. Trapped on a small boat with the most popular kids in school and waiting to be rescued, Denver wonders what might kill her first--dehydration, sunstroke, or the girl she used to think of as a sister?

Introduces tsunamis, their causes, and the damage they do; describes how scientists can determine that a tsunami is coming; and provides advice on preparation and survival.

"Presents information about tsunamis, explaining what they are, how they are formed, how scientists predict them, and how some of the worst of them have affected coastal populations."

Explores tsunamis, discussing what makes them occur, warning systems, specific sea waves that have made headlines, and other related topics.

Most tsunamis happen without us even knowing. Some, however, have caused destruction and devastation. Readers will learn about some of these horrific tsunamis in this captivating book.

"What causes tsunamis? How do scientists predict and prepare for them? Discover the answers to these questions and more." -- Publisher's website.