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I Survived the Joplin Tornado

I Survived the Joplin Tornado

2015 by Lauren Tarshis

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Description

In this historical fiction, eleven-year-old Dexter has always wanted to see a tornado. So when he gets the incredible opportunity to go storm chasing with the famous Dr. Norman Gage, he has to say yes! But when a terrible twister sweeps through the town of Joplin, Dexter's bravery is about to get seriously tested.
Age
8-11
Text complexity
intermediate
Length
112 pages
Book in series
#14

Why to read

  • Inspiring story of bravery
  • Insight into storm chasing and meteorology
  • Historical retelling of the Joplin Tornado
  • Intriguing adventure and survival story