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

Paperback / softback

Main Details

Title I Survived the Attacks of September 11th, 2001 (I Survived #6): Volume 6
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Lauren Tarshis
Illustrated by Scott Dawson
SeriesI Survived
Series part Volume No. 06
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback / softback
Pages:112
Dimensions(mm): Height 193,Width 132
ISBN/Barcode 9780545207003
ClassificationsDewey:FIC
Audience
Children / Juvenile
Illustrations Illustrations, black and white

Publishing Details

Publisher Scholastic US
Imprint Scholastic US
Publication Date 1 July 2012
Publication Country United States

Description

On the day that shocks the world, one boy just wants to find his family. A powerful addition to the gripping I Survived series. The only thing Lucas loves more than football is his Uncle Benny, his dad's best friend at the fire department where they both work. Benny taught Lucas everything about football. So when Lucas's parents decide the sport is too dangerous and he needs to quit, Lucas has to talk to his biggest fan.So the next morning, Lucas takes the train to the city instead of the bus to school. It's a bright, beautiful day in New York. But just as Lucas arrives at his uncle's firehouse, everything changes -- and nothing will ever be the same again.

Author Biography

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.

Reviews

Praise for I Survived the Sinking of the Titanic, 1912: "The fast pace and intrinsically fascinating disaster story will keep readers turning the pages." -- KirkusPraise for I Survived the Shark Attacks of 1916: "This is a gripping story that will hold the interest of reluctant readers." -- SLJPraise 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