About This Book
Reach for this book when your child expresses intense anxiety about natural disasters, the safety of their home, or what would happen if they were ever separated from you. It provides a grounded, realistic look at how a young person can manage big fears by focusing on one problem at a time. The story follows thirteen-year-old Hannah, who is babysitting two younger children when a massive earthquake hits their isolated island. Beyond the survival elements, the book explores the internal struggle of managing a chronic condition like asthma during a crisis. It is an excellent choice for building confidence and modeling resilience without being overly graphic or hopeless. The tone is tense but ultimately empowering for middle-grade readers.
