I Survived Hurricane Katrina, 2005

Barry's family tries to evacuate before Hurricane Katrina hits their home in New Orleans.
But when his little sister gets terribly sick, they're forced to stay home and wait out the
storm.
At first, Katrina doesn't seem to be as bad as predicted. But overnight the levees break,
and Barry's world is literally torn apart. He's swept off by the floodwaters, away from his
family. Can he survive the storm of the century — alone?
Lauren Tarshis's New York Times bestselling I Survived series comes to vivid life in
graphic novel editions. 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 facts and photos about the real-life
event.