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Growing up in the shadow of Alcatraz : childhood on a prison island Cover Image Book Book

Growing up in the shadow of Alcatraz : childhood on a prison island / by Emma Bland Smith.

Smith, Emma Bland, (author., Author).

Summary:

Alcatraz Island in San Francisco Bay is notorious for its prison, which held some of the world's most dangerous criminals. But it was also home to more than 100 children and their parents who worked at the prison. Engaging narrative, historical photos, primary sources, and more will give readers an inside look at daily life on Alcatraz and the children who called it home.

Record details

  • ISBN: 9781669088622
  • ISBN: 1669088626 :
  • Physical Description: 32 pages : illustrations (some color), portraits ; 26 cm.
  • Publisher: North Mankato, Minnesota : Capstone Press, a Capstone imprint, [2025]

Content descriptions

Bibliography, etc. Note:
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Formatted Contents Note:
One island, two worlds -- A mini city on the rock -- Safety first -- An isolated island -- Fun and games -- The end of an era.
Target Audience Note:
3-5.
3-5.
W Guided Reading Level.
810 Lexile.

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Subject: Children > California > Alcatraz Island > History > Juvenile literature.
Alcatraz Island (Calif.) > History > Juvenile literature.
Alcatraz Island (Calif.) > Social life and customs > Juvenile literature.
Children > California > History.
Alcatraz Island (Calif.) > History.
Alcatraz Island (Calif.) > Social life and customs.

Available copies

  • 1 of 1 copy available at Sage Library System.
  • 1 of 1 copy available at Malheur County Public Libraries. (Show)
  • 1 of 1 copy available at Ontario Community Library. (Show)

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  • 0 current holds with 1 total copy.
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