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Oil Spill

Deepwater Horizon

From the Series Eco-Disasters

On April 20, 2010, workers were drilling for oil on an oil rig in the Gulf of Mexico when a fire caused a huge explosion. Eleven workers tragically lost their lives. Unfortunately, that wasn’t the only disaster. The explosion caused a huge oil leak in the Gulf that took months to stop. The consequences of the leak continue to affect the area to this day. Oil Spill: Deepwater Horizon traces the tragic story of the explosion of the Deepwater Horizon oil rig, the resulting oil leak, and the effects of the poisonous oil on ocean animals and coastal communities. Fascinating photos of the actual events, maps, and fact boxes enrich the compelling text. The personal and heart-breaking story will grip and inspire young readers.

Interest Level Grade 2 - Grade 7
Reading Level Grade 4
Subject Social Studies
Copyright 2018
Publisher Bearport Publishing
Imprint Bearport Books
Language English
Publication Date 2017-07-19
BISACS JNF051160
Dewey 363.11'9622338190916364
Graphics Full-color illustrations, Full-color photographs, Historical photographs
Lexile 950
Guided Reading Level T
ATOS Reading Level 5.6
Accelerated Reader® Quiz 191302
Accelerated Reader® Points 0.5

Reviews

School Library Journal Review of Eco-Disasters

Gr 4-6–A dramatic introduction sets the scene of each event, followed by short chapters that describe it from start to finish or to its current status, with an emphasis on its immediate and continuing human costs. Each book clearly states who or what was responsible for the disaster, and discusses restitution or lack thereof to victims, as well as the ongoing or long-term detrimental effects. “Fixing the Future” sections detail continuing cleanup efforts or measures to prevent future calamities….VERDICT: This set will help readers understand the myriad large-scale ecological disasters that can happen and their lasting human and societal costs. A solid purchase.

Author: Meish Goldish

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