The Adventure Collection 1-3

The Adventure Collection contains 5 non-fiction children's stories, each a different adventure. For grade levels 1-3. Rock Climbing: Making It to the Top learn about the special gear needed for these exciting types of climbs, from chalk bags to helmets. While rock climbing will always test a climber's strength and skills, this audiobook gives many tips on how to climb successfully and safely. Tsunami This audio program gives details on what causes tsunamis, how to minimize the damage a tsunami can cause, and what everyday people can do to help when disaster strikes. While the audiobook tells of the destruction a tsunami can cause, it also describes how the world comes to the aid of tsunami victims. Castles Beginning with the world's most famous castle, the Tower of London, this audiobook provides an overview of the history of castles with an emphasis on famous castles of the Middle Ages. Shark! The Truth behind the Terror begins with accounts of four terrifying shark attacks, in which two of the victims suffered serious injury. The author also gives safety tips for avoiding shark attacks. Volcano: When a Mountain Explodes This audio program recounts the 1980 eruption of Mount St. Helens in Washington State to explain the causes of volcanic eruptions. It also defines the three main types of volcanoes -- composite, shield, and cinder cone -- and explains the distinction between live and dead volcanoes.