I Survived the Shark Attacks of 1916 (I Survived Graphix)
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I Survived the Shark Attacks of 1916 (I Survived Graphix)

Paperback – Illustrated, June 2, 2020

Price
$8.00
Format
Paperback
Pages
160
Publisher
Graphix
Publication Date
ISBN-13
978-1338120943
Dimensions
6 x 0.5 x 8.9 inches
Weight
13.4 ounces

Description

Praise for I Survived the Sinking of the Titanic, 1912: The Graphic Novel : "The first installment of Tarshis' sprawling prose disaster oeuvre for young readers is reimagined in visually interesting full-color comic panels that support its recognizable thrilling pace and convenient twists. Many of the most exciting scenes are largely wordless, spotlighting the propulsive action amid growing tensions. A fresh and interesting adaptation, making for an easy crowd pleaser." -- Kirkus Reviews "Dark, subdued, inky art sets a somber tone, while a parade of mostly small panels builds suspense and promises to engage readers." -- Jody Kopple, Shady Hill School, Cambridge, MA Praise for Lauren Tarshis's I Survived chapter books: Praise for I Survived the American Revolution, 1776 : "Tarshis successfully blends historical fact with an involving narrative." -- School Library Journal Praise for I Survived the Destruction of Pompeii, AD 79 : "Tarshis serves up another gripping adventure... with the light-speed pacing and death-defying maneuvering fans have come to expect." -- Booklist Praise for I Survived the Battle of Gettysburg, 1863 : "Informative and breathlessly paced." -- Kirkus Reviews Praise for I Survived the Attacks of September 11, 2001 : "[Tarshis] crafts a dramatic, emotionally intense tale that takes account of 9/11's physical and emotional costs -- short- and long-term -- while ending on an upward beat." -- Kirkus Reviews Praise for I Survived Hurricane Katrina, 2005 : "Expressive illustrations capture the drama of the storm and its aftermath, but the book's real power comes from its exploration of what it means to be a hero." -- Booklist Praise for I Survived the Shark Attacks of 1916 : "A gripping story that will hold the interest of reluctant readers." -- School Library Journal Praise for I Survived the Sinking of the Titanic, 1912 : "The fast pace and intrinsically fascinating disaster story will keep readers turning the pages." -- Kirkus Reviews Lauren Tarshis's New York Times bestselling I Survived series tells stories of young people and their resilience and strength in the midst of unimaginable disasters and times of turmoil. Lauren has brought her signature warmth and exhaustive research to topics such as the battle of D-Day, the American Revolution, Hurricane Katrina, the bombing of Pearl Harbor, and other world events. She lives in Connecticut with her family, and can be found online at laurentarshis.com. Haus Studio was founded in 1997 by a group of friends who self-published their own comics. They are located in Buenos Aires, Argentina, but collaborate with writers and publishers around the world. In addition to their illustration work, the team runs an art school and has organized comic book conventions and other exhibitions in Latin America. Haus Studio artists consider themselves storytellers more than artists, and therefore love working on projects with rich stories to tell.

Features & Highlights

  • A thrilling graphic novel adaptation of Lauren Tarshis's bestselling
  • I Survived the Shark Attacks of 1916
  • , with text adapted by Georgia Ball and art by Haus Studio!
  • Chet Roscow is finally feeling at home in his uncle's little New Jersey town. He has three new friends, and they love cooling off in the creek on hot summer days. But then comes shocking news: A massive shark has been attacking swimmers in the ocean along the Jersey Shore, not far from where Chet is staying. Fear is in the air. So when Chet spots a gray fin in the creek, he's sure it's his imagination running wild. It's impossible he's about to come face-to-face with a killer shark... right? Based on the real life events of the Jersey Shore shark attacks of 1916, this graphic novel brings Lauren Tarshis's
  • New York Times
  • bestselling I Survived series to vivid life. Perfect for readers who prefer the graphic novel format, or for existing fans of the I Survived chapter book series, these graphic novels combine historical facts with high-action storytelling that's sure to keep any reader turning the pages. Includes a nonfiction section at the back with historical photos and facts about the real-life shark attacks.

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Great for dyslexic readers

The graphic novel, with it's short, individual sentences in speech-bubbles has been a huge success for my 9 year old, dyslexic granddaughter! The shorter, confined sentences make it easier for her to read independently. Most kids like the "comic" book style. It is written in all capital letters, which is also easier for her since it is often lowercase letters that she reverses. We love the content and stories that are based on historical events! Plus, the main character of these books is always a child.
The only negative is that as an older adult, reading these books aloud to her is slower for me because of the small font size and the capital letters. However, the book was designed for children not my age, so YAY!
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Great book for boys or girls!

My son absolutely loves this book! Wish there were more graphic novels like this to choose from.
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Students love

My 4th graders were so excited to get this book!
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Nice artwork

The artwork is nicely done and this is a subject that my eldest is really interested in. Made a perfect birthday gift and has already been read and reread repeatedly.
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Fun graphic novel

This was an impulse buy for me, and I thoroughly enjoyed it.

While I'm not in the target demographic, I appreciate the solid story that the author and the graphic-novel adaptors built around the shark attacks. The narrator is a real fish out of water (pun intended), and his attempts to make friends in a new town, even in 1916, should resonate with young readers. The various characters' initial disbelief of the shark attacks and their distrust of the media (exclusively newspapers, in this instance) echo our political moment and demonstrate that people are people, whether in 1916 or 2020.

Additionally, the art was clear and compelling. The shark sequences were suitably dramatic, but not too scary for young readers. The afterword explores the history of humans' interaction with sharks and the dangers both face from one another. Some common-sense tips for sharing the ocean with sharks are included.

This would be fun as a read-aloud for younger kids, and something they could transition to reading on their own later. It is also an example of the educational and entertainment potential of the comic-book format. I can easily envision a classroom of third-graders adoring this book and teachers using it as a bridge between literature and history.
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Best book ever

I love graphic novels and I really in joyed this book
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Great book overall!

I liked the story, I Survived the Shark Attacks of 1916: The Graphic Novel, by Lauren Tarshis, and how it was presented as a graphic novel. However, the font could have been a little bigger, as some kids have trouble reading small letters. The pictures were very well drawn. I recommend this book for ages 8-12, as a normal book because, over that age, it may seem too easy, and under, it may seem too hard. I think grades 3-6 fit nicely for this book and maybe even second grade might be good. Lauren Tarshis, as always, delivers a gripping true-to-life story that kids and adults alike can enjoy.
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Good book

Pictures are very good quality
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Gave a a gift

My friend's daughter collects these and she enjoyed this one.
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Great graphic novel!

Love the whole I survived series graphic novel versions. They grab students attention and visuals help students connect to the story.