Centralia Mine Disaster (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781534181861)

Human modification of the environment always carries a risk of accident and folly. Explore the causes and consequences of the Centralia, Pennsylvania mining disaster of 1947. Guided by compelling questions such as, "What led to this disaster?," "Who was impacted by it?," and "What changed in its aftermath?" the interdisciplinary content blends social studies and science. Ultimately, it pushes students to consider how humans can meet their need for resources in a safe, sustainable way. Books include table of contents, index, glossary, author biography, and timeline.

Author: Julie Knutson
ISBN-10: 1534181865
ISBN-13: 9781534181861
Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing
Language: English
Published: 01/01/2021
Pages: 32
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.20lbs
Size: 8.50h x 6.50w x 0.20d