The Great Plains of the United States were known as the "Dust Bowl" in the 1930s. At this time, dust storms known as "black blizzards" turned green farmland into a disaster area. Thousands had to leave their homes because of it! In this book, readers are introduced to this time period through review of the most important points in simple language perfect for those struggling with denser social studies texts. Stunning photographs reflect the conditions, while fact boxes offer more information about this significant period in American history. The text supports knowledge building, a key component in the science of reading.