Description
Casey Jones is best known for his work as a railroad engineer and for his dramatic death, which occurred when he was trying to stop his train--named Cannonball--in order to save lives. This volume details Casey Jones's life and the tragic railroad accident that catapulted him to fame. Illustrated and narrated through the graphic-novel format, this volume is an excellent tool for getting students interested in history and reading.
Details
Author: |
Smith, Andrea P. |
Publisher: |
PowerKids Press |
Language: |
English |
Copyright: |
2011 |
Number of Pages: |
24 |
Dewey: |
B |
Dewey Range: |
B |
Binding Type: |
Paperback |
Accelerated Reader Interest Level: |
Lower Grade |
Accelerated Reader Reading Level: |
3 |
Accelerated Reader Point Value: |
0.5 |
Guided Reading Level: |
K |
Guided Reading Interest Age: |
Grade 2 |
Lexile Level: |
500 |
Lexile Range: |
Developing Reader (500 - 799) |
