I Survived: Hurricane Katrina
By Lauren Tarshis
By Lauren Tarshis
Summary:
Barry and his family attempt to evacuate the Lower 9th Ward as Hurricane Katrina approaches. Due to traffic jams, his sister being sick, and the Superdome being full, the family must turn back and try to ride out the storm. Water floods the family's home, and they are forced to hide in the attic, and eventually climb on the roof.
Things get worse for Barry as he is swept off the roof and into the snake infested churning waters.
Teaching Tips:
1) This is a great book for reluctant readers! It is fast paced, action packed, and the main protagonist is a kid that students can relate to.
2) Lauren Tarshis provides great resources at the end of the book. These include; a note from the author, facts about The Bombing of Pearl Harbor, a timeline, and resources that students can explore to find out more information.
3) If students enjoy this book, point out the other historical fiction books written by Lauren Tarshis. All of my students have enjoyed these books, especially my reluctant reader boys!
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