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I Survived Hurricane Katrina, 2005: a Graphic Novel (i Survived Graphic Novel #6) by Lauren Tarshis

I Survived Hurricane Katrina, 2005: a Graphic Novel (i Survived Graphic Novel #6)

Lauren Tarshis

Scholastic Inc. · Print & ebook · October 18, 2022

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A graphic novel brings Katrina’s danger into vivid focus, pairing high-action storytelling with a real event.
Themes
Survival during a hurricane, Family separation, Historical disaster
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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 bestselling 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.

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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 bestselling 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.

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A graphic novel brings Katrina’s danger into vivid focus, pairing high-action storytelling with a real event.

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  • A survival story shaped by a major historical disaster
  • The I Survived series in graphic novel form

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  • Vivid panels and high-action storytelling
  • A nonfiction section with facts and photos about Katrina

Where it sits

Historical Comics72%
Survival Stories54%
Disasters & Natural Hazards41%

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Publisher categories

  • Action Comics
  • Historical Comics
  • Disasters & Natural Hazards
Authors
Lauren Tarshis
Publisher
Scholastic Inc.
Published
October 18, 2022
Format
Print & ebook
Theme
Survival during a hurricane · Family separation · Historical disaster
Reading lane
Action Comics

Book 6 in the i Survived Graphic Novel series.