Lauren TarshisI Survived Hurricane Katrina, 2005: A Graphic Novel (I Survived Graphic Novel #6) (I Survived Graphix)

The whole “I Survived” series by Lauren Tarshis is awesome. Be it the chapter books or graphic novels, they are informative and engaging. My son discovered that “I Survived” had branched out into graphic novels while browsing in the library. He recently asked to add the chapter books and graphic novels to his Christmas and/or birthday list. (What?! You want books?! We’re more than happy to purchase the books and add them to your wishlist! Ha!). I haven’t read this one since it’s newly published and I’m waiting to read it with my son after he opens it for Christmas, but….The stories are typically told from the vantage of a child living through the event. One thing I appreciate is that the author doesn’t automatically jump to the event. Instead she builds up the background of the main character(s) so that it drives home that these are ordinary, relatable people. I also appreciate that she tells the stories in a kid-friendly way without totally sanitizing the scariness of the situations that these kids faced.The pages are thick and the binding seems like it will hold up well to multiple readings. The illustrations and text are crisp and detailed. Since I homeschool, I tend to track the reading levels of my son’s books. According to the Renaissance Accelerated Reader Bookfinder, the “I Survived” Graphic Novels are in the 2nd to 3rd grade AR reading level. This book has not been rated yet. (As of November 4, 2022)(Note: If you read the chapter books, you may wonder how they compare to the graphic novels. The Grizzlies and Shark Attack chapter/graphic novels are all on a third grade reading level. The 9/11 graphic novel has a third grade AR level, but the chapter book has a 4th grade AR level. The Nazi Invasion graphic novel has a 3rd grade AR level, but the chapter book has a 5th grade AR level.)

My students love the series and are really into a historical fiction. They especially love graphic novels. I believe it follows the chapter book closely, and it’s great that The students can read either the chapter book or graphic novel to learn more about history.

Great illustrations and based on real events. My 9 year old is in love with this series and has read this specific book over 5xs!

I chose this rating because I have 2 kittens and if I experienced it I would have stayed in New Orleans, my kittens are my pride and joy and I could never go without them, thankfully I wasn’t born yet .

The I survived Hurricane Katrina is one of the best I survived in the series.I got so absorbed in it that I couldn’t stop reading it until it was over.My advice is to read this book.😃

Graphic novels are all the rage with kids these days. A great series that is adapting to the wants/needs of our kids. A highly engaging series that teaches elements of history within its story line. Doesn’t get better than this…

My son really enjoyed this book. I think his favorite part was that is was a comic but he has read several other I survived books and enjoyed the adventure aspect of them

My students and I have recently become obsessed with the I Survived series. We were ecstatic to find out that there were graphic novels made of the series! I teach English language learners so the pictures help them to understand the book. I will purchase every book made after this!

“I Survived Hurricane Katrina, 2005” is a gripping and educational graphic novel that brings the harrowing experience of the disaster to life. The illustrations are striking and evocative, capturing the intensity and emotional impact of the hurricane. The storyline is engaging and thoughtfully written, making it accessible and captivating for young readers. This graphic novel provides a personal perspective on a significant historical event, blending facts with a compelling narrative. Overall, it’s an excellent educational tool and an engrossing read for children.

I alwats hated history and so do my kids so i got this for them and they loved it.Thank you so much.

I bought this book for my granddaughter. She loves the “I Survived” series.

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