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Hunt for the Supertwister
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Related NOVA Resources
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The following resources from the companion Web site accompany this program:
Tornado Country
Read this article to learn why the United States gets up to
three quarters of all tornadoes in the world. (Grades 9-12)
Forecasting Then and Now
Follow the story of 17-year-old Dale Larson, who
single-handedly saved 29 Nebraskan schoolchildren from an
approaching tornado in 1928, and learn how far tornado warning
has come since then. Note: Some passages in this article may be
upsetting to students. Please preview it to determine its
appropriateness for your classroom. (Grades 6-8, 9-12)
Shelter from the Storm
In this interview, tornado-damage expert Tim Marshall recounts
two devastating storms, talks about the need for better
building practices, and reviews where to seek safety during
a tornado. (Grades 6-8, 9-12)
Rate Tornado Damage
Use the Fujita Scale of tornado intensity to assess the level of
destruction left in the wake of actual tornadoes. (Flash plug-in
required; non-Flash version available.) (Grades 6-8, 9-12)
Watch a Preview
View a preview of this week's program. (Running time: 2:52)
(QuickTime, RealPlayer, or Windows Media Player plug-in
required.)
Teacher's Guide
In this classroom activity, students identify the best
time of year and place to position spotters to see possible
tornado outbreaks. (Grades 6-8, 9-12)
Plus:
Links and Books
Program Transcript
Complete narration for the TV program.
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