Remembering the Big Quake lev 29-30

Remembering the Big Quake recounts the true story of Anne Donaghy, a survivor of the devastating 1964 Alaskan earthquake. Told through an oral history format, Anne's first-hand account brings to life the intensity and emotional impact of the disaster. The book incorporates a blend of interview dialogue, maps, family photographs, fact files, and labelled diagrams showing the damage. Through emotive and descriptive language, students are introduced to both the human and geological dimensions of a natural disaster. Specialised vocabulary like aftershocks, debris, and tsunami helps deepen understanding of seismic activity. This book is ideal for exploring Earth science topics while fostering historical thinking and empathy through real-life stories.

Educational Benefits:

• Develops understanding of natural disasters and human resilience.
• Builds skills in interpreting interview formats and emotive language.
• Enhances information processing through visuals and fact boxes.
• Encourages comparative thinking using historical and present-day contexts.

Classroom Ideas:

• Re-enact an oral history interview with a community elder.
• Create a timeline of the quake and its after-effects.
• Research another major earthquake and present findings.
• Discuss how communities rebuild after natural disasters.

Safety & Information:

• Suitable for ages 9+
• Book dimensions: 210mm x 297mm
• Classroom-safe materials with sturdy binding
• Gloss pages to protect against wear and tear