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I Survived the Attacks of September 11, 2001: The Graphic Novel

Lauren Tarshis
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I Survived the Attacks of September 11, 2001: The Graphic Novel

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2021

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Lauren Tarshis

I Survived the Attacks of September 11, 2001: The Graphic Novel

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2021
Book Details
Pages

158

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

New York City • 2000s

Publication Year

2021

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

8-12 years

Lexile Level

GN570L

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Super Short Summary

I Survived the Attacks of September 11, 2001: The Graphic Novel by Lauren Tarshis depicts a young boy's experience during the September 11 attacks. The story focuses on the boy's journey of resilience and courage amid the chaos of the national tragedy, illustrating how he navigates the challenges and emotions of that day.

Informative

Emotional

Inspirational

Heartwarming

Hopeful

Reviews & Readership

4.6

3,327 ratings

90%

Loved it

7%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

I Survived the Attacks of September 11, 2001: The Graphic Novel by Lauren Tarshis vividly portrays the harrowing events through engaging illustrations. Positively, it offers accessibility for younger readers and effectively captures the emotional gravity of 9/11. However, some readers feel it oversimplifies complex events. Overall, it's an impactful educational tool.

Who should read this

Who Should Read I Survived the Attacks of September 11, 2001: The Graphic Novel?

Readers who enjoy I Survived the Attacks of September 11, 2001: The Graphic Novel are typically young readers interested in historical events depicted through engaging, visual storytelling, similar to those who appreciate the Amulet series by Kazu Kibuishi or The Babysitter's Club graphic novels by Ann M. Martin.

4.6

3,327 ratings

90%

Loved it

7%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

158

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

New York City • 2000s

Publication Year

2021

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

8-12 years

Lexile Level

GN570L

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