A Wonderleaf question
How are hurricanes and tornadoes different?
a real page from the book
Hurricanes and tornadoes are both rotating storms, but they are not the same kind of trouble. Hurricanes form over warm seas, grow huge, and can last for many days. Tornadoes usually come from thunderstorms, stay narrow, and often finish within minutes.
The striking detail is the tradeoff between size and speed. A hurricane can cover whole regions, while a tornado may damage only a thin path. Yet the strongest tornado winds can outrun hurricane winds, packing their force into a much smaller space.
Wonder words
- funnel
- storm
- rotation
- forecast
Try it out
Spin water in a glass with a spoon, then watch how the swirl tightens and fades.
Read the whole picture book
Watercolour scenes, straight answers, about three minutes cover to cover.
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