This title is suitable for children aged 8 to 12 years old. Bright. Beautiful. Dramatic. Dangerous. Lightning is all this and more. Inside Lightning reveals the truth about this mysterious force of nature. Find out where and when it strikes, follow its formation from cloud to ground, see incredible photos of lightning flashes on earth and beyond, watch lightning scientists at work and hear stories from those who have come face-to-face with lightning's awesome power. It includes safety tips.
Melissa Stewart is the award-winning author of more than 100 science books for children. She serves on the Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators' board of advisors and is a judge for the American Institute of Physics Children's Science Writing Award. She lives in Acton, Massachusetts, with her husband. To learn more about Melissa, please visit her website: www.melissa-stewart.com.