Alcatraz Escape

By: Chanez, Katie

In 1962, three men broke out of Alcatraz, one of the most secure prisons in the world. They were never seen again. What happened? In Alcatraz Escape, early fluent readers will learn about the events leading up to the breakout, theories about what may have happened to the escapees, and searches. Readers practice critical thinking skills to draw their own conclusions about what may have occurred. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn about possible explanations. A Take a Look infographic offers a visual look at the planned escape route, sidebars present interesting, supplementary information about life in the prison, and a Quick Facts section recaps the events detailed in the book. Children can learn more about the Alcatraz breakout using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Alcatraz Escape also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, glossary, and index. Alcatraz Escape is part of Jump 's Mysteries in History series.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0DWZHKD9L
• ISBN13: 9798892137904
• Release Date: August 2025
• Publisher: Pogo Books
• Length: 24 Pages
• Weight: 0.15 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 7.2" x 8.8"
• Age Range: 7 to 10 years
• Grade Range: Grades 2 to 5