niagara falls (n.y.)

Contains captioned, archival photographs that provide insights into the history of Niagara Falls, New York, from the 1860s to the mid-1960s.

Contains captioned, archival photographs and maps that provide insights into the history of the Love Canal neighborhood in Niagara Falls, New York.

"Human modification of the environment always carries a risk of accident and folly. Explore the causes and consequences of the Love Canal disaster of the 1970s in Niagara Falls, New York. Guided by compelling questions such as, 'What led to this disaster?,' 'Who was impacted by it?,' and 'What changed in its aftermath?' the interdisciplinary content blends social studies and science. Ultimately, it pushes students to consider how humans can meet their need for resources in a safe, sustainable way. Books include table of contents, index, glossary, author biography, and timeline"--Provided by the publisher.

Uses the multi-viewpoint technique featured in the classic Japanese film "Rashomon" to examine the events of Love Canal, a New York neighborhood that came to national attention after it was discovered it was contaminated by hazardous waste left behind by the Hooker Chemical Company.