#5: I Survived the San Francisco Earthquake, 1906
Description
Experience the chilling details of the 1906 San Francisco earthquake through the eyes of a young survivor! Ten-year-old Leo relishes his life as a newsboy in San Francisco, where he not only earns money to support his family but also enjoys the freedom to explore the city's dynamic landscape, teeming with horse-drawn carriages, shiny new automobiles, and a constant influx of new businesses and families. In this city of endless possibilities, anything seems achievable. However, one fateful spring morning shatters everything. Leo's world is rocked to its core as he finds himself alone and stranded amidst the chaos of San Francisco crumbling and burning around him. Faced with this catastrophic disaster, Leo must summon all his courage and resilience to survive. Join Leo in this gripping installment of the I SURVIVED series, as he navigates the harrowing aftermath of one of history's most devastating earthquakes.
Information
Subject: History
Grade: Grade 2-Grade 5
Brand: Scholastic Inc.
Author: Lauren Tarshis
Dimensions: 7.50 x 5.25
UPC: 9780545206990
Ages: 7-10
Pages: 112