Ichi-F: A Worker’s Graphic Memoir of the Fukushima Nuclear Power

Kazuto Tatsuta
Kodansha Comics
Subject(s): Chemistry, Engineering, Physics, Science
Age(s): Middle, Secondary
Amazon
My name is Kazuto Tatsuta. Please forgive the pseudonym. I work at Tepco Kukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant. I'm going to give you a guided tour of our workplace, "1-F". Here we say "Ichi-F".

Synopsis

The Graphic Novel provides an overview the cleanup of the nuclear power plants after the Fukushima disaster. Focus is given to the mundane tasks that labour workers undergo, including the use of protective equipment and the monitoring of radiation dosages.

Why should I read this book?

The book is highly detailed and enraptures you in the story of this man who's meticulous in his description of what's going on during the cleanup of the power plant. Much of the classroom potential lies in the first 10 chapters. Possible tie-ins to lab safety and nuclear radiation penetration units.

Who is this book best for?

Primarily a high school audience, as the vocabulary is more advanced, and the topics tie more into secondary curriculum as you start discussing nuclear concepts.

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