Seven and a Half Tons of Steel Contributor(s): Nolan, Janet (Author), Gonzalez, Thomas (Illustrator) |
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ISBN: 1561459127 ISBN-13: 9781561459124 Publisher: Peachtree Publishers OUR PRICE: $16.16 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: August 2016 |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Juvenile Nonfiction | History - United States - 21st Century - Juvenile Nonfiction | Transportation - Boats, Ships & Underwater Craft - Juvenile Nonfiction | History - Military & Wars |
Dewey: 623.825 |
LCCN: 2015046214 |
Lexile Measure: 820 |
Physical Information: 0.6" H x 11.7" W x 10.1" (1.10 lbs) 36 pages |
Themes: - Chronological Period - 21st Century |
Accelerated Reader Info |
Quiz #: 182911 Reading Level: 4.4 Interest Level: Lower Grades Point Value: 0.5 |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: A moving 9-11 story about the USS New York, a navy ship with a bow made from a World Trade Center Towers beam. "The emphasis is not on damage and destruction, but on America's power to recover. Teachers and parents looking for picture books that celebrate the nation and its military will welcome Nolan and Gonzalez's work." ―Publishers Weekly Following the events of September 11, 2001, a beam from the World Trade Center Towers was given to the United States Navy. The beam was driven from New York to a foundry in Louisiana, where the seven and a half tons of steel, which had once been a beam in the World Trade Center, became a navy ship's bow. Powerful text from Janet Nolan is paired with stunning illustrations from New York Times best-selling illustrator Thomas Gonzalez (14 Cows for America) in this inspiring story that reveals how something remarkable can emerge from a devastating event. Also includes details on shipbuilding. A beautiful book, perfect for American history and 9-11 studies. Awards: Teachers' Choices ―International Literacy Association |
Contributor Bio(s): Nolan, Janet: - Janet Nolan is the author of several picture books. She has a BA from The Evergreen State College in Olympia, Washington, and a master's degree in urban planning and policy from the University of Illinois at Chicago. She lives in Illinois.Gonzalez, Thomas: - Thomas Gonzalez was born in Havana, Cuba, and moved to the United States as a child. An artist and painter, he directed campaigns for clients such as Coca-Cola, Delta Airlines, NASCAR, the NFL, and McDonald's, in addition to illustrating children's books. He lives in Georgia. |