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Dangerous Earthquakes
By Carol Kim
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Earthquakes happen when big plates of earth slide past one another. Powerful earthquakes can cause serious damage. Learn how scientists monitor for earthquakes, where they are common, and how to stay safe. Plus hear from an earthquake survivor!
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Carol Kim
Carol Kim believes books and words have a magical ability to change the world, and she writes for children with the hope of spreading some of that magic. She is the author of the picture book biography, King Sejong Invents an Alphabet as well as more than a dozen fiction and nonfiction books for the educational market. Carol loves unearthing real-life stories and little-known facts to share with young readers. She lives in Austin, Texas with her family. Learn more at her website: CarolKimBooks.com.
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