Casey Jones

by Andrea P. Smith

Book Overview

Casey Jones is best known for his work as a railroad engineer and for his dramatic death, which occurred when he was trying to stop his train--named Cannonball--in order to save lives. This volume details Casey Jones's life and the tragic railroad accident that catapulted him to fame. Illustrated and narrated through the graphic-novel format, this volume is an excellent tool for getting students interested in history and reading.

• Format: Library Binding
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1448851955
• ISBN13: 9781448851959
• Release Date: August 2011
• Publisher: PowerKids Press
• Length: 24 Pages
• Weight: 1.65 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.6" x 10.1"
• Age Range: 8 to 11 years
• Grade Range: Grades 3 to 6