Surviving Disaster
Acts of war, terrorism, and natural disasters can cause death and destruction, leading to extraordinary recovery efforts. This series gives students a glimpse into what it was like to experience such horrific events and how citizens, first responders, and governments reacted. Cleanup, medical treatment, and further military or legal action are covered in detail. Stories from survivors and participants are featured throughout, providing many unique perspectives on these disasters.
• Firsthand accounts from survivors
• Each event is thoroughly documented from onset to aftermath
• High-interest nonfiction that also meets students' need for informational text