Oil Spill: Disaster in the Gulf

by Mona Chiang (Contributor), Cody Crane

Sometimes, a split second can change everything.

On April 20, 2010, disaster struck in the Gulf of Mexico. The offshore oil rig Deepwater Horizon exploded, causing one of the worst environmental catastrophes in American history. Every day for months on end, more than a million gallons of oil leaked into the water. As the oil company BP frantically tried to stop the spill, scientists and emergency response crews searched for ways to repair the damage. Experts predict that the Gulf of Mexico's environment, wildlife, and industries will take decades to recover.

But what exactly is oil? Where does it come from and why do we need so much of it? What caused this disaster to happen and how can we stop it from happening again? Learn the answers to these questions and more as you find out about the oil spill, relief efforts, and the future of energy use in the United States.

Genres: Nonfiction, History

32 pages, Paperback

First published September 1, 2010

Reviews

[Nate Johnson · Rating 5 out of 5]

It was very informative they had lots of ways of dealing with the oil spills. the way they treated the animals was great and the methods they used to do that was awesome and the ways they they did it was great yeah

[Dante · Rating 4 out of 5]

I feel bad about the animals . But the oil killed more than 20,000 animals. I think they should secure the pipes better.

[Ryan · Rating 4 out of 5]

i think it was interesting to see and learn about this book

[Kyleduke · Rating 4 out of 5]

The book was about one of america most dangerous oil spills of all time.

[Dustin.Darrah · Rating 1 out of 5]

it was ok

[Kimberly Caldwell · Rating 4 out of 5]

Nonfiction - 2010 I was drawn to this book due to the coverage of recent issues and happenings. I also think topics of oil usage and the care of our natural resources is something my third graders could explore with discussions and debates. I was impressed with the inclusion of multiple relevant text features including diagrams, interviews, charts, tables, graphs, and maps. I also think it did a good job of covering multiple aspects of the issue of oil use. This book will easily be put to use in my literacy instruction.

[Jenna · Rating 5 out of 5]

Informative & engaging

[Leila Useini · Rating 5 out of 5]

it was actually really interesting and it was also sad because many marine animals have died because of these oil spills

[amyyy]

Gives lots of information!

[Sophia Davanzo]

This book touches on disasters in our oceans and the long-lasting effects. This problem is an important one that young students should recognize. After reading this book, students will brainstorm ways we could prevent and help in a situation similar to this recent disaster.

[Michael]

It gust tells you about most oil spills. How energy Is being wasted to.