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What was the Children's Blizzard of 1888? Cover Image

What was the Children's Blizzard of 1888? / by Steve Korté ; illustrated by Dede Putra

Korté, Steve, (author.). Putra, Dede (Illustrator), (illustrator.).

Summary:

"On January 12, 1888, a surprise blizzard broke out in the middle of the day across the Midwest. In its path, hundreds of children and teachers found themselves stranded inside schoolhouses with no food, no heat, and very few options. Days passed, and over 235 people died as result of the harsh snow of the Schoolhouse Blizzard, but many were able to survive thanks to the bravery of others in their communities. Learn all about the disastrous weather conditions and the people who were affected by it in this book for young readers"-- Provided by publisher.

Record details

ISBN: 9780593520727
ISBN: 9780593520710
ISBN: 0593520718
Physical Description: 106 pages, 16 unnumbered plates : illustrations, map ; 20 cm.
Publisher: New York : Penguin Workshop, 2023.

Content descriptions

Bibliography, etc. Note:	Includes bibliographical references (page 106).
Formatted Contents Note:	What was the Children's Blizzard of 1888? -- New arrivals -- Life on the Great Plains -- Calm before the storm -- Blizzard -- "Nebraska's fearless maid" -- Heroes in the storm -- Alone in the snow -- Tragic tales -- After the storm -- Timelines.
Target Audience Note:	Ages 8-12 Penguin Workshop. 1050L Lexile