I Survived the Great Alaska Earthquake, 1964 (I Survived #23)

Lauren Tarshis

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I Survived the Great Alaska Earthquake, 1964 (I Survived #23)

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Lauren Tarshis

Reading Level 4-5 9MP 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

The ground rumbles beneath your feet, a low growl that quickly turns into a roaring shake. Cold air fills your lungs as trees sway wildly and buildings shudder—all while you cling to hope deep inside your cabin in the Alaskan wilderness. What does it take to be truly 'Alaska tough' when the earth itself is breaking apart?

Quick Assessment

This historical fiction novel recounts the Great Alaska Earthquake of 1964 through the eyes of eleven-year-old Jack, who must survive one of the most powerful earthquakes in U.S. history. Suitable for ages 9-12, the book combines thrilling action with educational nonfiction content about this significant natural disaster. Parents should note the intense natural disaster scenes that may evoke fear but ultimately emphasize resilience and hope.

For Parents

Content Intensity

9MP — Moderate — Physical
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

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

4/10

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
7

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Details

Book Length

144 pages
ISBN
9781338891799
Pages
144
Publisher
I Survived
Published
2023
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Action & AdventureSurvival StoriesHistoricalUnited States20th CenturyScience & NatureDisasters