Nature is full of weird and wonderful phenomena. People around the world encounter countless forms of Earth's unique beauty, from glowing animals to auroras to waterspouts. This series introduces readers to natural phenomena, explains the science behind them, and shares an up-close look at each phenomenon in action. Vivid images and a helpful diagram aid in comprehension. Additional features include a table of contents, sidebars, a phonetic glossary, fast facts, critical-thinking questions, an index, information about the author, and sources for further research.