Cover of Hurricane force

Hurricane force

by Joseph B. Treaster

New York Times Book

Reading Level 8-9 Moderate (Lvl 3) Unknown

The text is written at a 8th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for younger children (ages 5–8), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.

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About This Book

Experience the fierce power of Hurricane Katrina as it batters New Orleans with relentless winds and rising floodwaters. From the perspective of a journalist trapped inside the police headquarters, witness the chaos, bravery, and unfolding drama of a storm that changed history. Discover how this massive hurricane formed far away and grew into a force that tested a city’s strength and resilience.

Representation & Themes

Natural DisastersResilienceJournalismAdventure

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 3 — Moderate
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Real stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.

Content Flags

Physical Danger Fear & Anxiety Poverty & Hardship
Data confidence: standard

Details

ISBN
9780753460863
Published
2007
Type
Nonfiction
Word Count
22,555

Genres

Juvenile Nonfiction

Subjects

Hurricanes -- United States -- Juvenile literature.Storms -- United States -- Juvenile literature.