The Radium Girls: Young Readers' Edition: The Scary But True Story of the Poison That Made People Glow in the Dark -- Kate Moore, Paperback

An inspiring and engaging historical nonfiction book for kids 9 to 12, this newly adapted young readers' edition of the acclaimed national bestseller tells the story of America's glowing girls and their brave fight for justice

Amid the excitement of the early twentieth century, hundreds of young women spend their days hard at work painting watch dials with glow-in-the-dark radium paint. The painters consider themselves lucky--until they start suffering from a mysterious illness. As the corporations try to cover up a shocking secret, these shining girls suddenly find themselves at the center of a deadly scandal.

The Radium Girls tells the unbelievable true story of these incredible women, whose determination to fight back saved countless lives.

This enthralling and accessible young readers' edition of the New York Times and USA Today bestseller includes all-new material, including a glossary, timeline, and dozens of bonus photos.

Author: Kate Moore
Publisher: Sourcebooks Explore
Published: 09/08/2020
Pages: 432
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 1.00lbs
Size: 8.10h x 5.40w x 1.20d
ISBN: 9781728209470
Age Range: 12-17

Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 6.8
Point Value: 11
Interest Level: Middle Grade Plus
Quiz #/Name: 509920 / Radium Girls: The Scary But True Story of the Poison That Made People Glow in the Dark (Young Reader


Review Citation(s):
School Library Journal 05/01/2020 pg. 76
Bulletin of Ctr for Child Bks 09/01/2020