The Fog That Couldn't Be Escaped

In December 1952, something strange settled over London. At first, it seemed like the usual chilly fog. But within hours, the air grew thicker, darker, and harder to breathe. People couldn't see their feet in front of them. Buses stopped. Ambulances couldn't move. And the city held its breath-because something invisible was making thousands of people sick.
This gripping nonfiction book tells the true story of one of the most dangerous environmental disasters in history, written especially for curious readers aged 7 to 12. Through vivid scenes, real-life details, and powerful storytelling, readers will discover how ordinary people lived through days of deadly smog, how scientists uncovered the cause, and how laws were changed to protect the air we all share.
With kid-friendly explanations of tricky topics like air pollution, lungs, coal, and weather, this book connects the past to the present. It doesn't just explore what went wrong-it shows how kids today can be part of what goes right. From city streets buried in smoke to the voices of young advocates fighting for cleaner skies, this is a story of warning, discovery, and hope.
Perfect for young environmentalists, history lovers, and anyone who's ever wondered: what's in the air we breathe?