| Description |
32 pages : illustrations (some color), color map ; 26 cm. |
| Series |
Events that shaped America |
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Events that shaped America.
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| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (page 31) and index. |
| Contents |
War and Science -- Manhattan Project -- Big test -- Dropping the bomb -- Conclusion -- Time line -- Things to think about and do -- Glossary -- Further information -- Index. |
| Summary |
Chronicles the events that forced the United States, to drop the atomic bomb on Japan during World War II. Discusses the work of the Manhattan Project to develop and test an atomic bomb, as well as the decision to use it during World War II. The United States has been shaped by the people and events of its past. This series vividly describes events that had an effect on U.S. history and introduces young readers to the people who shaped them. The easy-to-read text, historic art and photography, suggested activities and clear, simple maps help bring to life the causes of these events, their effects on people at the time, and their significance today. |
| Study Program |
Accelerated Reader AR MG 7.2 1.0 81174. |
| Subject |
Manhattan Project (U.S.) -- History -- Juvenile literature.
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Atomic bomb -- United States -- History -- Juvenile literature.
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Manhattan Project (U.S.)
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Atomic bomb.
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| Added Author |
Anderson, Dale, 1953-
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| ISBN |
0836834046 library binding |
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9780836834048 library binding |
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