46 pages 1 hour read

Lauren Tarshis

I Survived The Shark Attacks Of 1916

Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2010

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I Survived The Shark Attacks Of 1916 by Lauren Tarshis is well-received for its thrilling and fast-paced narrative, engaging young readers with historical fiction. Positively noted for its educational value and action-filled plot, the book’s main criticism centers on its predictability and simplified language. Overall, it's praised as an accessible and exciting read for children.

Who should read this

Who Should Read I Survived The Shark Attacks Of 1916?

Readers who enjoy historical adventure novels with intense survival themes, particularly fans of Gary Paulsen's Hatchet, would find I Survived The Shark Attacks Of 1916 by Lauren Tarshis compelling. Ideal for middle-grade readers, it mixes real-life events with gripping fictionalized narratives.

Recommended

Reading Age

8-12years

Lexile Level

610L

Book Details

Themes
Life/Time: Childhood & Youth
Natural World: Animals
Relationships: Friendship
Genre
Children's Literature
Realistic Fiction
Historical Fiction
Topics
Animals
History: World