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OverviewVivid storytelling and authentic dialogue bring American history to life and place readers in the shoes of people who experienced one of the worst fires in American history - the Great Chicago Fire. In October 1871 the Midwest was in the midst of one of the driest periods on record. A center of modern firefighting technology all of Chicago's resources were put to the test by a fire that almost completely destroyed the city. Suspenseful dramatic events unfold in chronological interwoven stories from the different perspectives of people who experienced the event while it was happening. Narratives intertwine to create a breathless 'What's Next' kind of read. Students gain a new perspective on historical figures as they learn about real people struggling to decide how best to act in a given moment. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Steven OtfinoskiPublisher: Capstone Press, Incorporated Imprint: Capstone Press, Incorporated Dimensions: Width: 19.10cm , Height: 0.80cm , Length: 13.30cm Weight: 0.136kg ISBN: 9781515779629ISBN 10: 1515779629 Pages: 112 Publication Date: 01 August 2018 Recommended Age: From 11 to 14 years Audience: Children/juvenile , Children / Juvenile Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In stock  We have confirmation that this item is in stock with the supplier. It will be ordered in for you and dispatched immediately. Table of ContentsReviewsAuthor InformationSteven Otfinoski has written more than 150 books for young readers. Three of his nonfiction books have been chosen Books for the Teen Age by the New York Public Library. Steve is also a playwright and has his own theater company that brings one-person plays about American history to schools. Steve lives in Connecticut with his wife, who is a teacher. They have two children, two dogs, and a cat. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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