Tracy Nelson Maurer has written nonfiction and fiction books for children and young adults for more than 15 years, including the award-winning picture book Storm Codes. She holds an MFA in Writing for Children and Young Adults from Hamline University. When she's not writing, Tracy is racing to various activities with her family near Minneapolis, Minnesota.

Avalanches tear down mountains. Tsunamis drown towns. Magma flows through homes. Throughout history the world has faced many natural disasters. Learn about the world's worst and some helpful tips needed to survive them.