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Book Review I Survived The Sinking of the Titanic, 1912 (I Survived Graphix)

by Lauren Tarshis

Book Details

Publisher:Scholastic Inc.
Published:2020-02-04
Pages:162
Format:paperback
Language:en
ISBN:1338120913

Reading Info

Age Range:3-7

About This Book

A thrilling graphic novel adaptation of Lauren Tarshis's bestselling I Survived the Sinking of the Titanic, 1912! Ten-year-old George Calder can't wait to explore every inch of the Titanic, even if his little sister, Phoebe, has to tag along. But when George sneaks away without her and ventures into the first class baggage room, a terrible boom shakes the entire boat. Suddenly, water is everywhere, and George's life changes forever... Lauren Tarshis's New York Times bestselling I Survived series

Our Review

This graphic novel adaptation brings the harrowing true story of the Titanic disaster to life for young readers through vivid illustrations and fast-paced storytelling. Following ten-year-old George Calder as he explores the supposedly unsinkable ship, the narrative builds suspense before plunging readers into the heart of the historic maritime tragedy. The visual format makes complex historical events accessible and immediate, transforming a distant historical moment into a personal survival story that will keep children completely engaged. This approach to history through graphic storytelling helps bridge the gap between textbook facts and emotional understanding.

What sets this historical graphic novel apart is how it balances thrilling adventure with educational value, presenting the Titanic's sinking through a child's perspective that young readers can readily connect with. The combination of dynamic artwork and carefully researched historical context creates an immersive reading experience that makes history feel urgent and real. Children who gravitate toward action-packed stories or visual narratives will find this particularly compelling, while parents will appreciate how it sparks interest in historical events. The result is a page-turning historical adventure that transforms a well-known disaster into a deeply personal story of courage and survival.

Themes

Juvenile Fiction

Subjects

Juvenile Fiction