Books Like Hurricane Katrina, 2005
Why kids love Hurricane Katrina, 2005
High stakes race against nature
The fast paced narrative creates a sense of urgency that makes the reader feel as if they are escaping the rising floodwaters alongside Barry.
Controlled scares for younger readers
Tarshis manages to build intense suspense and realistic danger without ever crossing the line into graphic or traumatizing imagery.
An underdog human animal bond
The inclusion of a stray dog provides emotional grounding and a sense of companionship that helps the protagonist and the reader cope with the isolation of the disaster.
Empowering focus on child agency
Children are drawn to the way Barry must rely on his own quick thinking and problem solving skills to survive when the adults in his life are out of reach.
