What reading level is I Survived the Sinking of the Titanic, 1912 (I Survived #1)?

I Survived the Sinking of the Titanic, 1912 (I Survived #1) by Lauren Tarshis is at a Level 4-5 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What genre is I Survived the Sinking of the Titanic, 1912 (I Survived #1)?

I Survived the Sinking of the Titanic, 1912 (I Survived #1) is fiction — Juvenile Fiction. Part of the I Survived series.

Does I Survived the Sinking of the Titanic, 1912 (I Survived #1) have any content warnings?

I Survived the Sinking of the Titanic, 1912 (I Survived #1) has a HootRating of 9ME (Moderate — Emotional). No specific content flags noted. On HootRated, every book is rated across four dimensions — emotional, physical, social, and thematic — to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is I Survived the Sinking of the Titanic, 1912 (I Survived #1)?

I Survived the Sinking of the Titanic, 1912 (I Survived #1) by Lauren Tarshis is 116 pages.

I Survived the Sinking of the Titanic, 1912 (I Survived #1)

Lauren Tarshis

I Survived the Sinking of the Titanic, 1912 (I Survived #1)

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Lauren Tarshis

I Survived · Book 1

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

Water rushes in as George stands frozen in the first class storage cabin. The great ship Titanic shudders from a deafening crash, and suddenly, everything is chaos. Can George and his sister Phoebe find safety before it's too late?

Themes

Historical Survival Adventure Family

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade historical fiction novel follows ten-year-old George Calder and his sister Phoebe aboard the Titanic during its ill-fated voyage. The story vividly portrays the sinking of the Titanic with a focus on survival and bravery, suitable for readers aged 9-12. Parents should note the intense moments of peril and suspense but will find it a compelling introduction to this historic event.