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Florence Nightingale: Mother of Modern Nursing
This is a delightful little biography of Florence Nightingale, written for ages 7-9. With big print and authentic pictures it tells the story of the rich girl who wanted to help the poor by learning to be a nurse. 32 pages; paperback; Scholastic.
Freedom Train: The Story of Harriet Tubman
Born into slavery, young Harriet Tubman knew only hard work and hunger. Escape seemed impossible and dangerous, but Harriet was strong-willed and courageous. “Someday,” she said, “I’m going to be free.” When she finally did escape by the Underground Railroad, Harriet did not forget her people. A true story of Harriet Tubman’s bold and daring life. 191 pages; paperback.
I Survived: Five Epic Disasters
This book contains true stories of survival written for older children and young teens. Many adults will also enjoy reading these stories. Included are: “The Children’s Blizzard, 1888”; “The Titanic Disaster, 1912”; “The Great Boston Molasses Flood, 1919”; “The Japanese Tsunami, 2011”; and “The Henryville Tornado, 2012.” 166 pages; hardcover.
I Survived: Nature Attacks!
This book contains true stories of survival from four different nature attacks. These stories are written for older children and young teens, and the focus is on young survivors. But many adults will also enjoy reading these stories. Included are these four accounts: The Deadly Shark Attacks of 1916; The Great Peshtigo Fire of 1871; A Venomous Box Jellyfish Attack; and The Eruption of Mount Tambora. 166 pages; hardcover.
I Survived: The Great Molasses Flood, 1919
It sounds rather funny – a “flood” of molasses! But it was not funny for the people caught in it. In the year 1919 a massive tank holding molasses exploded in the city of Boston. A “tsunami” of molasses destroyed buildings and people in its path. Read this historical fiction story to understand what it was like to live through this awful disaster. 94 pages; paper; Scholastic.
I Survived: The Japanese Tsunami
First, eastern Japan was hit with one of the most powerful earthquakes ever recorded. It shook houses down and made roofs fall in. Then, a terrifying, all-consuming tsunami wave devoured everything in its path. In this historical fiction book, read about how Ben and his family were caught in the middle of one of the worst natural catastrophes in recent times. This book tells how it was to live through these twin disasters. Written at a grade 4 level. 83 pages; paperback.
Nova Scotia
Did you know that Nova Scotia has the world’s highest tides? Have you heard of the great explosion when two ships collided in the Halifax harbor? This book contains many interesting facts about Nova Scotia. Ages 8-12. 44 pages; paperback. Scholastic Canada. Proofreader’s note: Reference is made to millions of years.
Snow and Ice: Canadian Winter Weather
Why does Canada have such cold weather? Canada is known for its long winters, but there’s more to the weather than snowdrifts and below-zero temperatures. This book is easy to understand and has thrilling true stories of major weather events. Scholastic Canada.
Survival: Avalanche!
“Avalanche!” shouted Alex. “Run!” But Alex and his friends couldn’t run. The swift and powerful flood of snow knocked them off their feet and covered them up. A perfect day to build an amazing snow fort turns into a nightmare. Will they survive? This book teaches important tactics for surviving an avalanche, as well as some ways to handle bullying. 107 pages; paperback; Scholastic.
The Lewis and Clark Expedition
This book presents the story of the amazing Lewis and Clark expedition in an interesting way at a reading level appropriate for younger students. It details the planning needed before heading out, tells of hardships faced on the way, contains examples of the men’s journals, etc. Ages 6-10; 48 pages; paper.
