hindenburg (airship)

"The year is 1937, and the Hindenburg airship is about to land! Twelve-year-old Bonnie has enjoyed her journey across the Atlantic Ocean on the Hindenburg. She's amazed by the sight of New York City when she hears a big THUD! In the moments that follow, she and the other passengers realize the ship has burst into flames. As the ship falls to the ground, passengers must act quickly. Will Bonnie and her family escape the burning airship?"--OCLC.

Tells the tragic story of the Hindenburg airship disaster, discussing different theories about its crashing, why it caught fire, and more.

A graphic novel account of the Hindenburg disaster of 1937, in which over thirty people died when the giant airship caught fire while landing in New Jersey after a three day flight from Germany.

"Explains the Hindenburg disaster, including its chronology, causes, and lasting effects"--Provided by publisher.

"Discusses the iconic photograph of the German airship Hindenburg in flames as it attempted to land in New Jersey in May 1937"--Provided by publisher.

More than losing at marbles, worrying about his relatives and the Nazis in Germany, or hearing his favorite radio hero Jack Armstrong, nine-year-old Stenny Green is focused on getting to see the Hindenburg when it lands near their home in Lakehurst, New Jersey, in 1937.

Tells the tragic story of the Hindenburg airship disaster, discussing different theories about its crashing and catching fire and more.

Covering key concepts in the high school science curriculum, this series is an effective overview for the visual learner. Using state-of-the-art graphics and Discovery Channel footage, this series addresses key standards of learning.

"For eleven year-old Hugo Ballard, flying on the Hindenburg is a dream come true. Hugo, his parents, and his four-year-old sister Gertie, are making the thrilling four thousand mile journey across the Atlantic in a zeppelin as big as the Titanic. But as the zeppelin gets ready to land, a blast rocks the Hindenburg and fire consumes the ship. The entire disaster lasts a mere thirty-two seconds, but in those few seconds, Hugo finds himself separated from his family and in a desperate race to escape the flames. The Hindenburg is doomed. And so, it seems, is Hugo. Will he survive this historic disaster?"--OCLC.

Photographs, maps, and easy-to-follow text describe the events surrounding the 1937 Hindenburg disaster.