The Sinking of the Vasa
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Picture Book · Ages 5–9 · 2018 · Est. 16 min read-aloud

The Sinking of the Vasa

Written by Russell Freedman · Illustrated by William Low

A mighty warship sinks on its maiden voyage. Who's to blame?

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38 pages· 2,043 words· Est. 16 min read-aloud· 970L
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In 1628, the Swedish warship Vasa, destined to be a naval masterpiece, capsized on its maiden voyage, leading to tragedy. Centuries later, the ship is resurrected, but questions linger. What caused the disaster, and who was responsible? Dive into the mystery of the Vasa's ill-fated journey and its remarkable recovery from the depths. Discover the secrets hidden beneath the waves and the human errors that led to its downfall. This historical saga unfolds with vivid illustrations, bringing to life the ship's grandeur and the enigma surrounding its untimely demise.

From the publisher

Newbery Medalist Freedman explores the mystery of the sinking of the great Swedish warship, the “Vasa, “ on her maiden voyage in 1628, and her resurrection from the seas centuries later. Full color.

At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
38
Words
2,043
Reading age
5–9
Audience
Picture
Lexile
970L
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
5.7
F&P level
~W
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
196459
Publication
Published
August 14, 2018
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781627798662

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