The Great Chicago Fire of 1871
Graphic Nov.
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–14 · 2006 · Est. 16 min read

The Great Chicago Fire of 1871

Written by Olson and Kay M. · Illustrated by Barnett III Charles Miller , and Phil

Part of the Graphic Library series

Experience the inferno that reshaped Chicago's skyline in 1871.

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32 pages· 1,794 words· Est. 16 min read
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Bookroo's summary

Step into the flames of the Great Chicago Fire of 1871, where the city's skyline was forever altered. This graphic novel immerses you in the chaos and heroism of a historic disaster. Will the city rise from the ashes, or will the inferno consume it all? Dramatic illustrations and a gripping narrative bring this pivotal event to life, offering a vivid glimpse into the past. Discover the resilience and courage that emerged from the devastation, and explore the aftermath that shaped a city's future. Dive into history and witness the fire that changed everything.

From the publisher

Discover the story of the Great Chicago Fire of 1871, an inferno that forever changed the city’s skyline, in this epic graphic novel! Dramatic illustrations and fast-paced text provide a “you-are-there” experience. With extensive back matter, including a bibliography, extended reading list, glossary, and further Internet sources, young readers will gobble up this action-packed comic book about one of history’s most compelling disasters.

At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
32
Words
1,794
Reading age
8–14
Audience
Middle Grade
Lexile
~491L
Themes & topics
Books about disastersBooks about natural disastersBooks about rebuilding after tragedyBooks about urban historyBooks about American history
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The fine print

Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
3.3
F&P level
~M
Scholastic level
S
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
MG
AR quiz
105246
Publication
Published
September 1, 2006
First published
February 1, 2006
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book · Graphic novel
Identifiers
ISBN
9780736868754

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