Civil War

Toms Private War

The Final Journey

Killer Flood (Red Rhino) (Red Rhino Books)

Earthquake in Haiti (Code Red)

Secrets and Shadows: Two friends in a world at war

Mangled by a Hurricane! (Disaster Survivors)

The Korean War

World'S Worst

In 'World's Worst Historical Disasters,' author Chris McNab delves into the most catastrophic events in human history, examining their causes, impacts, and the lessons learned. From natural calamities like earthquakes and tsunamis to man-made catastrophes such as industrial accidents and warfare, McNab provides a detailed analysis of how these disasters unfolded and their profound effects on societies. The book also explores the role of human error and technological failures in exacerbating these disasters, offering insights into how better foresight and planning might mitigate future tragedies. Through a combination of historical accounts, expert interviews, and scientific explanations, 'World's Worst Historical Disasters' serves as a sobering reminder of the destructive power of nature and technology when combined with human fallibility.

Discover Your Child's Next Read

Civil War

D.K. Publishing, John Stanchak, 2010

Toms Private War

Robert Leeson, 1998

The Final Journey

Gudrun Pausewang, 1992

Killer Flood (Red Rhino) (Red Rhino Books)

Jeff Gottesfeld, 2014

Earthquake in Haiti (Code Red)

Miriam Aronin, 2010

Secrets and Shadows: Two friends in a world at war

Brian Gallagher, 2012

Mangled by a Hurricane! (Disaster Survivors)

Miriam Aronin, 2010

The Korean War

Ruth Tenzer Feldman, 2003