Description
This series takes readers behind the scenes of some of the world’s worst spills, fires, and explosions. Readers learn the causes and impacts of each type of disaster, as well as how people are working to prevent future damage. Each book pairs short paragraphs of easy-to-read-text with plentiful photos and includes a table of contents, fast facts, sidebars, comprehension questions, a glossary, an index, and a list of resources for further reading. Apex books have low reading levels (ages 7 to 8) but are designed for older students, with interest levels of ages of 8 to 14.
Titles Included:
- Chemical Accidents
- Great Pacific Garbage Patch
- Industrial Fires
- Mining Disasters
- Nuclear Disasters
- Oil Spills
- Pipeline Accidents
- Water Contamination
Details
Interest Level Low: |
Age 8 |
Interest Level High: |
Age 12 |
Reading Level Low: |
Age 7 |
Reading Level High: |
Age 8 |
Lexile Level Low: |
520L |
Lexile Level High: |
610L |
Guided Reading Level Low: |
P |
Guided Reading Level High: |
P |
Language: |
English |
Copyright: |
2025 |
Number of Pages: |
32 Per Title |
Teaching Guide: |
Yes |
Set: |
Yes |
Award Winner: |
No |
Binding Type: |
Paperback |
