Abbott, P. L. (2004). Natural disasters. Boston, McGraw-Hill Higher Education.
Although this book is geared to adults, I highly recommend it for the clear and concise tables, graphs, and diagrams explaining the major concepts related to natural disasters.
Cerveny, R. S. (2006). Freaks of the storm: from flying cows to stealing thunder, the world's strangest true weather stories. New York, NY, Thunder's Mouth Press.
This book is to fascinate any child or adult that will put his/her teeth through it because of the number of anecdotes and stories related to weather folklore, meteorology, climatology, and weather. Recommended for advance readers or read-aloud.
Groman, J. (2002). The atlas of natural disasters. [United States], Michael Friedman Pub. Group.
This is a wonderful reference book that can be used as a supplement to the classroom library.
Mark-Goldstein, B. S., A. Layton, et al. (1997). I'll know what to do: a kid's guide to natural disasters. Washington, DC, Magination Press.
This is a good resource book to help children understand about natural disasters and what to do in preparation, during, and after a natural disaster takes place.
National Geographic Society (U.S.). Book Division. (1995). Raging forces : earth in upheaval. Washington, D.C., The Society.
This book will appeal to all readers because of the colorful pictures and brief chapters. It is w well-referenced and additional readings by subject, and tips on how to prepare for a major disaster.
Philip, N. and N. Mistry (1995). The illustrated book of myths : tales & legends of the world. London ; New York
Boston, D. Kindersley ;
Distributed by Houghton Mifflin Co.
This book includes a collection of myths from many cultures. It has three important sections with many short myths and legends related to creation myths, beginnings, and visions of the end. Highly recommended as read-aloud or independent reading for all different levels.
Philip, N. (1999). Mythology. New York, A. Knopf.
A wonderfully well illustrated book about what mythology is, and how different cultures, throughout the ages, have viewed the creation of the world, the cosmos, making humankind, evil forces, superheroes, etc. This book will appeal to all reading levels.
Watson, B. A. (1993). Acts of God : the Old farmer's almanac unpredictable guide to weather and natural disasters. New York, Random House.
This is a fascinating book with all types of anecdotes and stories relating to weather and natural disasters. It is simple to read and includes many captions and first-hand accounts, including newspaper clippings, old sayings, and lots of weather folklore.