Book details
Library Book: Earthquake
Published in
2001
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Description
Milly Lee's mother was eight years old in 1906, when San Francisco was shaken by a powerful earthquake. Buildings fell, fires flared, and the city burned for several days. This is the stirring story of one Chinese American family who had to leave their home in Chinatown on that early morning to join hundreds of other refugees making their way to safety.
Age
4-8
Text complexity
intermediate
Length
32 pages
Why to read
- Gain insight into the natural phenomenon of earthquakes, understanding how they occur and their impact on communities.
- Learn about the historical significance of major earthquakes and how they have shaped human civilization and the Earth's landscape.
- Discover personal stories and accounts that bring a human perspective to the scientific and geological data surrounding earthquakes.
- Enhance your knowledge on disaster preparedness, learning from past events to better prepare for future seismic activity.