I Survived Hurricane Katrina 2005 (I Survived Graphic Novel #06)
The story of a boy, a dog, and the storm of the century is brought vividly to life in this graphic novel adaptation of Lauren Tarshis's best-selling I SURVIVED HURRICANE KATRINA, 2005, with text adapted by Georgia Ball.
Barry's family tries to evacuate before Hurricane Katrina hits their home in New Orleans. But when his little sister gets terribly sick, they're forced to stay home and wait out the storm.
At first, Katrina doesn't seem to be as bad as predicted. But overnight the levees break, and Barry's world is literally torn apart. He's swept off by the floodwaters, away from his family. Can he survive the storm of the century--alone?
Lauren Tarshis's New York Times best-selling "I Survived" series comes to vivid life in graphic novel editions. Perfect for readers who prefer the graphic novel format, or for existing fans of the "I Survived" chapter book series, these graphic novels combine historical facts with high-action storytelling that's sure to keep any reader turning the pages. Includes a nonfiction section at the back with facts and photos about the real-life event.
Target age group 8-12
Barry's family tries to evacuate before Hurricane Katrina hits their home in New Orleans. But when his little sister gets terribly sick, they're forced to stay home and wait out the storm.
At first, Katrina doesn't seem to be as bad as predicted. But overnight the levees break, and Barry's world is literally torn apart. He's swept off by the floodwaters, away from his family. Can he survive the storm of the century--alone?
Lauren Tarshis's New York Times best-selling "I Survived" series comes to vivid life in graphic novel editions. Perfect for readers who prefer the graphic novel format, or for existing fans of the "I Survived" chapter book series, these graphic novels combine historical facts with high-action storytelling that's sure to keep any reader turning the pages. Includes a nonfiction section at the back with facts and photos about the real-life event.
Target age group 8-12
-
CategoryJuvenile Fiction
-
Age Group9 to 12 yrs
-
Grade Level3-5
-
LanguageEnglish
-
BindingPaperback
-
Theme 1Graphic Novels
-
Theme 2History
-
Detailed (BISAC) Subject/ThemeSurvival Stories
-
Awards
-
AuthorTarshis, Lauren
-
SeriesI Survived Graphic Novels
-
Lexile LevelGN
-
AR Level2.8
-
Dewey741.5973
-
PublisherScholastic, Inc.
-
Publication Date10/18/2022
-
Pages160
-
Dimensions0.6 H × 8.9 L × 6 W
-
Case Qty50
