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The School's on Fire!: A True Story of Bravery, Tragedy, and Determination

The School's on Fire!: A True Story of Bravery, Tragedy, and Determination

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ISBN10: 0897332180
ISBN13: 9780897332187
Publisher: Chicago Review Press
Published: Apr 2 2024
Pages: 176
Weight: 0.67
Height: 0.35 Width: 5.49 Depth: 8.47
Language: English
A Notable Social Studies Trade Book for Young People 2019

The School's on Fire! follows the path of the December 1958 fire that killed 92 kids and 3 teachers at Our Lady of the Angels School in Chicago and changed fire safety laws forever.

Recounted in a fast-paced, blow-by-blow and classroom-by-classroom narrative, the tragedy is made accessible to kids by focusing on the survivors' stories of courage, quick thinking, and luck. Informed by interviews with survivors and including a useful In Case of Fire appendix, this book combines a dramatic tale of survival with inspiring examples and practical information for kids facing dangerous situations.

Including compelling historic photos, informative sidebars, resources for further learning, and source notes, The School's on Fire! is an invaluable addition to any student's bookshelf.

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