Lauren Tarshis
Lauren Tarshis is an American author best known for her children's historical fiction series 'I Survived,' which recounts various historical events through the eyes of young protagonists.
Books
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1. I Survived The Joplin Tornado, 2011
The story follows an eleven-year-old boy named Dexter who finds himself in the midst of a devastating tornado in Joplin, Missouri. As the tornado approaches, Dexter's fascination with extreme weather turns into a fight for survival. The narrative captures his harrowing experience as he navigates the chaos and destruction caused by the storm, highlighting themes of bravery, resilience, and the power of community in the face of natural disasters. Through Dexter's journey, the book provides a gripping and educational account of the real-life 2011 Joplin tornado.
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2. I Survived The American Revolution, 1776
An eleven-year-old runaway in 1776 New York is swept into the chaos of the war for independence, landing in the midst of brutal fighting on Long Island and the struggle for the city. Caught between redcoats and Continental soldiers, he faces cannon fire, near capture, and heartbreaking loss, yet finds unexpected allies along the way. Through a daring nighttime evacuation and relentless danger, he discovers courage, loyalty, and the true meaning of freedom—and a chance at a new beginning.
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3. I Survived The Shark Attacks Of 1916
The Shark Attacks of 1916
In the summer of 1916, a boy staying with his uncle in a New Jersey town enjoys swimming with new friends in a nearby creek until reports of shark attacks turn terrifyingly real. After a prank makes his warnings hard to believe, he must find the courage to rescue a friend when a shark appears, facing danger and learning what true bravery means. Inspired by the historic New Jersey shark attacks of 1916, the story blends suspense with themes of friendship, fear, and redemption.
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