"What exactly is a cloud made of? Water travels in a cycle. It evaporates from Earth's surface, rises into the atmosphere, cools and forms clouds , and falls back to Earth as precipitation in the form of rain or snow. In this educational text, readers will learn about the steps of the water cycle and how it works. By examining this essential topic in science curriculum, readers will glean a greater awareness of Earth's forces at work through relatable, real-world examples."-- Provided by publisher.

Includes index.

Part of Earth's systems -- What are clouds? -- Cloud types -- Making it rain -- Scary snowstorms -- Horrible hurricanes -- Fierce floods -- Mudslide madness -- Terrible tornadoes -- Keep yourself safe.