Orville The Iron Ore

This is the story of Orville the Iron Ore as he finds new friends, conquers challenges, and with a little help, achieves his dreams of becoming something HUGE.Through this story aimed at inspiring kids to learn new topics through creative story telling, we get a glimpse into the life of Orville the Iron Ore's life as he starts off a journey to be made into steel. He meets new friends, faces troubles along the way, but learns that if you stick together, great things can be accomplished. The story of Orville is great for young readers all the way to intermediate readers. Not only will the story keep children entertained, it will also teach them about how Iron Ore goes from the ground into HUGE skyscrapers! The colorful illustration and creative storytelling allow for children of all ages to learn something new along the way.

Considers S. 2972 and similar H.R. 8989, both titled the Federal Metal and Nonmetallic Mine Safety Act of 1966, and related S. 996 and S. 3094, to establish Federal mine safety standards and a program of inspections and regulations enforcement. Includes Interior Dept report "Health and Safety Study of Metal and Nonmetal Mines, Vol. I" (p. 115-190).