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I Survived #6: I Survived the Attacks of September 11th, 2001

I Survived #6: I Survived the Attacks of September 11th, 2001

By Lauren Tarshis

To be honest, I absolutely love the I Survived series. The whole series is basically in the point of view of a person who survived a war, a horrible event, a terrorism attack, etc. It's basically a history book, but it sounds like a narrative and it's really to-the-point. This book is about Lucas, who loves football. When he gets a concussion during practice, the doctor says that his concussion is really bad for an 11-year-old. Lucas' parents decide that the sport is too dangerous, now that he has a concussion. Lucas has to talk to Uncle Benny, who taught him everything about football. He hopes that Uncle Benny can change his parents' mind. So, Lucas skips school and visits Uncle Benny (who is a firefighter in New York) and his dad, who works with Uncle Benny in the fire department. While they are talking, they were heading toward the Twin Towers when the first plane crashed! Uncle Benny and the firefighters (including Lucas' dad) tries to save as many people as they can. Lucas, on the other hand, tries to help as best as he can, but the room they are in collapses! Will everyone (or anyone) get out alive? Read this book to find out. I would not recommend this book to younger readers, because this is a very serious topic and not appropriate for them. Even though this was a short read, it made plenty of emotions rush through me - fear, angst, horror, and even happiness and relief. It kept me on the edge of my seat and I wept a little wept occasionally. One more thing: terrorism is an awful, awful thing, and I just hope that we can achieve world peace one day. Even if we do have one golden minute of world peace, I feel everything would crumble down again.. I'm sorry. I love this book, but I would subtract one star for not having a very good base or anything I can connect to.

I Survived Hurricane Katrina, 2005

I Survived Hurricane Katrina, 2005

By Lauren Tarshis

Hurricane Katrina was one of the worst storms to hit the United States. It happened in August 2005, and it caused a lot of destruction, especially in New Orleans. The storm was huge, and it changed the lives of so many people. When Katrina hit, it was really scary. The wind was so strong, and the rain was nonstop. People were afraid their houses would be destroyed, and many of them had to leave their homes to find shelter. The storm caused the levees (which are walls that protect the city from flooding) to break, and that made things even worse. The water flooded the streets, and some neighborhoods were completely underwater. People were stuck in their homes or on rooftops, waiting for help. A lot of people had to go to places like the Superdome to stay safe, but the conditions there were bad. There wasn’t enough food or water, and people were uncomfortable for days. It was hard to get help at first because everything was so messed up. The storm made a lot of people lose their homes, their belongings, and even loved ones. Even though Hurricane Katrina caused a lot of damage, it also showed how strong people can be in tough times. Many families helped each other, and neighbors came together to survive. Even though it was hard, the people who went through the storm kept going, and over time, they started rebuilding their homes and their lives. Hurricane Katrina also taught us important lessons about how to prepare for big disasters and how to help people who are affected by them. It’s a storm that people will always remember, and it changed New Orleans and the Gulf Coast forever.

One Eye Laughing, The Other Eye Weeping: The Diary of Julie Weiss, Vienna, Austria to New York 1938 (Dear America Series)

One Eye Laughing, The Other Eye Weeping: The Diary of Julie Weiss, Vienna, Austria to New York 1938 (Dear America Series)

By Barry Denenberg

Julie Weiss, a young girl who was a Jewish in Vienna, Austria. The Weiss family had led quiet but peaceful life until between March-April of 1938, everything had changed. Jewish people now being tortured, Adolf Hitler's march into Austria, people dying. Julie, who then sent away to New York of United States, without any further knowing of what happened to her father, but knew what happened to her mother, but not her older brother. I would recommend this book for anyone who are interested in WWII and Jewish people like Julie Weiss. - Happy Reading!

Claudette Colvin: Twice Toward Justice

Claudette Colvin: Twice Toward Justice

By Phillip Hoose

Claudette Colvin: Twice Toward Justice is a truly powerful and important book. It tells the story of a brave teenager who stood up against segregation by refusing to give up her seat on a bus—months before Rosa Parks. Claudette’s voice comes through clearly, and the book does an amazing job showing how one young person can make a difference. It’s emotional, educational, and deeply inspiring. This is a must-read for anyone wanting to understand the real heroes of the Civil Rights Movement. I couldn’t stop thinking about it after I finished!

My Name Is America: The Journal Of Sean Sullivan, A Transcontinental Railroad Worker

My Name Is America: The Journal Of Sean Sullivan, A Transcontinental Railroad Worker

By William Durbin

The Journal of Sean Sullivan is a captivating and emotional journey into the life of a young Irish immigrant working on the transcontinental railroad in 1867. The diary-style narrative brings history to life in a deeply personal way, showing not just the backbreaking labor and danger of the work, but also the hopes, fears, and dreams of those who built America’s railroads. The voice of Sean feels authentic and relatable, making it easy for readers to connect with the struggles of the time. This book does an excellent job blending historical facts with a compelling story, making it perfect for middle-grade readers—or anyone—interested in American history. Highly recommended!

Profiles #2: World War II - Library Edition

Profiles #2: World War II - Library Edition

By Aaron Rosenberg

This book is a brilliant and engaging introduction to six major figures of World War II. Aaron Rosenberg does an excellent job of presenting complex history in a clear and accessible way for younger readers. Each profile is well-organized and packed with interesting facts, helping readers understand not just what these leaders did, but why they mattered.

Diary of a Wimpy Kid 15 Books Collection Set by Jeff Kinney (The Meltdown & Wrecking Ball [Hardcover])

Diary of a Wimpy Kid 15 Books Collection Set by Jeff Kinney (The Meltdown & Wrecking Ball [Hardcover])

By Jeff Kinney

This is a new house story Grag has big dreams of his future dream house, the family had go some money in form of inheritence from thier aunt, all the famiy members wanted to do diffrent things but gregs mother dicided to extend their house but due to some resons they had to move to a differnt house. READ THE BOOK TO SEE IF THEY DID MOVE ORR NOT, HOW GREG HAD TO SAY BYE TO HIS FRIEND ROWLY AND SEE HOW THEY HAD GOT TOTTALY WRECKED OFF

Star-Crossed

Star-Crossed

By Barbara Dee

I love this book! It is about a girl called Mattie that tries finds out if she really likes Elijah who is a boy in her class by sneaking in a party. Meanwhile, the class is doing a play about Romeo and Juliet. Later she finds out she doesn't like Elijah and falls in love with a girl named Gemma. At first, when she finds out, she was very confused. Then, the young love started to get complicated. Gemma kisses a boy and Mattie was very shocked, but she finds out that her love for Gemma were true love. After complicating things happen, Mattie and Gemma dances together after knowing they liked each other.

Smack Dab in the Middle of Maybe

Smack Dab in the Middle of Maybe

By Jo Watson Hackl

really great book very inspiring i also love the way the book is written.

Japan Ai: A Tall Girl's Adventures in Japan

Japan Ai: A Tall Girl's Adventures in Japan

By Aimee Major-Steinberger

This book it adorable it has different types of places it it amazing now I want to go to Japan and sit under trees.

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