Building the Three Gorges Dam
by L. Patricia Kite
Raintree Freestyle; Science Missions
Reading Level 7-8 Gentle (Lvl 1)
Ages 9-12
The text is written at a 7th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.
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About This Book
Discover the incredible story behind the construction of the Three Gorges Dam, one of the world's largest engineering feats. Explore the obstacles faced during its building and weigh the benefits and drawbacks of this massive project on the Yangtze River. Perfect for curious readers eager to learn about science and history through gripping storytelling.
Representation & Themes
Science & NatureHistoricalAdventure
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 1 — Gentle Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense
No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.
Data confidence: standard
Details
- ISBN
- 9781410938244
- Pages
- 56
- Publisher
- Heinemann-Raintree Library
- Published
- 2011
- Type
- Nonfiction
- Word Count
- 7,665
Genres
Juvenile Nonfiction
Subjects
Dams -- China -- Yangtze River GorgesSan Xia Dam (China)