Hindenburg (Man-Made Disasters)
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About
Discover the science and history behind one of the world's most famous airship disasters.
In Hindenburg, author Jenny Fretland VanVoorst introduces young readers to the dramatic story of the giant German airship and the disaster that changed aviation history.
Through carefully levelled text and vivid, full-colour photographs, readers explore the science behind the Hindenburg's crash and discover what investigators learned from the tragedy.
An informative illustration explains the different parts of an airship, while an engaging activity encourages children to apply their new knowledge and continue exploring the topic.
Designed for developing readers, this accessible nonfiction book includes helpful features such as a glossary, index, table of contents and reading tips for teachers and parents.
Part of the Man-Made Disasters series, Hindenburg is an educational introduction to engineering, transportation history and the importance of learning from past disasters.