Thunderstorm A brilliant bolt of lightning streaks across the sky, followed by a booming clap of thunder. Thunderstorms are electrifying displays of nature’s power, unleashing fierce winds and drenching rain. They are the most common type of violent weather. Over 50,000 thunderstorms occur every day across the Earth. Cumulonimbus is the cloud type that produces thunderstorms. These enormous vertical clouds are also known as thunderheads! They can rise 10 miles into the sky with flat tops that resemble anvils. Lightning is a huge electric spark that superheats and expands the air, producing a shock wave – what we hear as thunder. Light travels faster than sound, so we always see lightning before we hear the thunder. Ancient Romans believed the god Jupiter expressed his fury by hurling thunderbolts. Today, we know that thunderclouds form when warm moist air rises up into a ceiling of cold air. A thunderstorm is like an engine in which the warm moist air is the fuel and the cold dry air is the exhaust. With every clap of thunder and bolt of lightning, thunderstorms remind us how the overwhelming power of the weather shapes our world. Products Size: 7" x 5" x 3.5"Thunderheads are sewn and crafted using recycled fibers that meet Global Recycling Standards. There are no plastic parts, only high-quality soft fabrics and embroidered eyes and details. The attached educational cards are printed from recycled paper certified by the Forest Stewardship Council. Thunderheads meet and surpass all US safety standards. Regular size Thunderheads are appropriate and safe for all ages. Key chain size Thunderheads are only for age 3 and up. Hand wash only using a damp cloth and warm water. Air dry. We do not recommend cleaning in a washing machine or drying in a drier. Check all labels upon arrival of purchase.
