On April 19, 1995, a man parked a truck in front of the Alfred P. Murrah Federal Building in Oklahoma City. Inside that truck was a bomb. The bomb exploded; people were killed and hurt. But that is not the end of the story. Those who survived began to share their experiences and heal. Near the site of the bomb blast, an American elm tree began to heal as well. It grew new leaves and produced seeds. Renamed the Survivor Tree, it was moved to the grounds of the memorial as a symbol of strength and resilience. The Survivor Tree continues to offer solace to people in Oklahoma City—and to people around the world grappling with tragedy and loss.
Released to coincide with the 25th anniversary of the Oklahoma City bombing, this nonfiction picture book from award-winning author Chris Barton and debut illustrator Nicole Xu commemorates what was lost and offers hope for the future.
Title alpha All of a Sudden and Forever: Help and Healing after the Oklahoma City Bombing
Category Social Emotional Learning (Grades 3-5)
Pages Count 40
Genre Nonfiction
Topics Oklahoma City Federal Building Bombing, 1995. Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Victims of terrorism. Tragedies. Death. Grief and loss. Hope and healing. Trees. Memorials. Twentieth-century US history.
Lexile AD800L
Trim Size 9 1/2" x 11"
JLG Span Fall
Language English
Rights type Print
Publication date 2020-02-03
JLG Release Date Jul 2020
Minimum grade 3
Maximum grade 5
Reading level Elementary
Format Print
Social Emotional Learning (Grades 3-5)
Social Emotional Learning Grades 3-5
Social Emotional Learning (Grades 3-5)
For Grades 3-5
A collection of fiction and nonfiction titles designed to support social emotional learning for upper elementary readers. These books explore more mature SEL topics such as self-esteem, relationships, responsibility, empathy, and resilience, sparking thoughtful discussion and reflection. Ideal for classroom and library collections, these titles support positive growth and social awareness for older readers.
12 books per Year
$252.00 per Year
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