I Survived the Galveston Hurricane, 1900 (I Survived #21)

Lauren Tarshis

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I Survived the Galveston Hurricane, 1900 (I Survived #21)

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Lauren Tarshis

I Survived · Book 22

Reading Level 4-5 9ME Ages 9-12 Matched

The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.

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About This Book

What if a roaring hurricane suddenly turned a sparkling city into a terrifying storm zone? Imagine the waves crashing higher than houses and the sky darkening as a young hero races against time. Can one brave child save his neighbors when the city is disappearing beneath the waves?

Quick Assessment

This historical fiction novel recounts the devastating Galveston Hurricane of 1900 through the eyes of a young protagonist. Targeted at readers aged 9-12, it combines thrilling action with historical facts, exploring themes of courage and survival. Parents should note the story involves natural disaster peril and loss but presents these in an age-appropriate manner.

For Parents

Content Intensity

9ME — Moderate — Emotional
Emotional
Moderate
Physical
Moderate
Social
Clear
Thematic
Light

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

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

5/10

Engaging read with solid pacing and interesting themes.

Discussion Potential

5/10

Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
6
Theme Richness
5
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
6

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Level 4-59ME

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Details

Book Length

112 pages
ISBN
9781338752557
Pages
112
Publisher
Scholastic Inc.
Published
2021-09-07
Type
Fiction

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