Age rating and parents' guide:I Survived (series)
by Lauren Tarshis
Ages 9–11
I Survived (series) by Lauren Tarshis is best for children aged 9–11. It has mild violence, some scary moments, no romance and no bad language. Worth knowing: Real disasters, peril.
This popular series follows fictional young characters as they live through some of the most terrifying events in world history, from natural disasters like volcanic eruptions and earthquakes to historical battles and shipwrecks. Written in short, accessible chapters, each story mixes high-stakes survival and danger with historical facts. Children are drawn to the pulse-pounding tension, emotional courage, and fascinating real-world details included at the end of each book.
Content ratings
How much of each a parent can expect, from none to strong.
- Violence
- Mild
- Scary moments
- Moderate
- Romance
- None
- Bad language
- None
Worth knowing: Real disasters, peril
Content checked by Dhiraj Bodade, co-founder of Bookstaken, on .
At a glance
- Early chapter book
- Part of the I Survived series
- Easy to get into from the first page
- Plenty of illustrations
- Some emotionally heavy moments
- A good pick for reluctant readers
Great for kids who like
- Action & Adventure
- History & biography
Reading mood
- Adventurous
- Thoughtful
- Suspenseful
Good to talk about
- History & biography
- Action & Adventure
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