Oliver and the Oil Spill [Library Binding]

Aruna Chandrasekhar (Author), Nancy R. Thatch (Editor), David Melton (Designer)

Book Description

Publication Date: October 1991 | Age Level: 9 and up | Grade Level: 4 and up

The First Place Award Winner for The 1990 National Written & Illustrated By...Awards Contest for Students, this is a timeless, environmental story.

When the lives of some otters are threatened by a huge oil spill, a group of concerned people try to save as many of the animals as possible.

It's a sensitive and beautifully written story with wonderful illustrations.

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About the Author

At nine years of age, Aruna Chandrasekhar wrote and illustrated OLIVER AND THE OIL SPILL and won THE 1990 NATIONAL WRITTEN & ILLUSTRATED BY...AWARDS CONTEST FOR STUDENTS in the 6 to 9 age category.

Aruna grew up in Houston, Texas, but has traveled the world with her parents Chitra and Krishna, and her sister, Charu.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 9 and up
  
• Library Binding: 29 pages
• Publisher: Landmark Editions (October 1991)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0933849338
• ISBN-13: 978-0933849334
• Product Dimensions: 11.2 x 8.6 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 15.2 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,349,514 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars moving, sensitive children's tale is also educational, April 28, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: Oliver and the Oil Spill (Library Binding)

This book is the sensitive, thoughtfully-told tale of the Exxon Valdez oil spill, narrated from the point of view of a baby otter who loses his mother in the tragedy. It is an excellent introduction to environmental issues for youngsters as well as a primer on grieving and loss for youth. A must-read for every child

5.0 out of 5 stars terrific kids book, December 4, 2005

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new york family (new york, ny) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Oliver and the Oil Spill (Library Binding)

we loved this book!! a sweet and simple story with a compelling social justice message. Was perfect for our elementary schooler.

5.0 out of 5 stars A Timeless Classic, May 4, 2005

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Ashish Raju "Ashish Raju MD" (Philadelphia, PA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Oliver and the Oil Spill (Library Binding)

Oliver and the Oil Spill is indeed a timeless tale of environmental awareness and protection. It is definitely a book that I recommend purchasing for your children and young students. The astounding fact is that such a literary work can be produced by Ms. Chandrasekhar at the age of 9! I guarantee that readers young and old will find it a worthwhile read.