Blizzard!: The Storm That Changed America
School year: Lower 6th, Upper 6th, Year 10, Year 11, Year 4, Year 5, Year 6, Year 7, Year 8, Year 9
No. of pages 136
Published: 2000
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"Blizzard!: The Storm That Changed America" by Jim Murphy recounts the gripping tale of the Great Blizzard of 1888, a catastrophic storm that swept through the northeastern United States. With winds reaching up to 80 miles per hour and snow accumulation of over 40 inches, the blizzard stranded thousands and brought city life to a standstill. The book explores the experiences of individuals caught in the storm, highlighting the impact on transportation, communication, and daily life. Through vivid narratives and historical context, Murphy illustrates how this natural disaster reshaped American society, leading to critical changes in infrastructure and emergency response. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
This book is the winner of numerous awards
This book has been graded for interest at 9-12 years.
There are 136 pages in this book. This book was published in 2000 by Scholastic .
Jim Murphy is a children's book author who has been awarded the Newbery Honor twice and is the winner of a Sibert Medal. He's worked in the publishing industry and is now a freelance writer. He lives with his wife and sons in Maplewood, New Jersey.
This book has been nominated for the following awards:
Children's Books of Distinction Award - Nonfiction
This book was recognised in the Nonfiction category by the Children's Books of Distinction Award.
Young Hoosier Book Award - Middle Grade
This book was recognised in the Middle Grade category by the Young Hoosier Book Award.
Dorothy Canfield Fisher Children's Book Award
This book was recognised by the Dorothy Canfield Fisher Children's Book Award.
Robert F Sibert Informational Book Award
This book was recognised by the Robert F Sibert Informational Book Award.
Jefferson Cup - YA
This book was recognised in the YA category by the Jefferson Cup.