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I Survived: True Stories Books

In order from Five Epic Disasters to Courageous Creatures. Part of I Survived.

The I Survived: True Stories series is a set of 5 chapter books by Lauren Tarshis, published between 2014 and 2021. Written for ages 4–10, most books run about 180 pages.

Five Epic Disasters
Nature Attacks!
Extreme Weather!
Tornado Terror
Courageous Creatures
About the series

What's I Survived: True Stories About?

Five nonfiction collections of true survival accounts by Lauren Tarshis.

Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

Five Epic Disasters
Sale price
$1248
Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2014

Five Epic Disasters

By Lauren Tarshis

Real kids face epic disasters and survive against all odds.

176 pages· 13,742 words· Est. 2 hour read
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Hardcover
Summary: Experience the harrowing true stories of young survivors caught in history's greatest disasters. From the Titanic's icy waters to the devastating Japanese tsunami, these kids defy the odds. Will they endure the chaos of nature's fury and human error? Discover their incredible tales of resilience and survival in the face of unimaginable destruction. Each story is a testament to courage and the will to live, as these young heroes navigate the perils of blizzards, floods, and tornadoes. Dive into their world and witness the power of the human spirit.
The complete set

I Survived: True Stories Series

5 books · Published 2014–2021

Five Epic Disasters
Series
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$1248

Five Epic Disasters

Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2014

Real kids face epic disasters and survive against all odds.

Nature Attacks!
Series
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$1248

Nature Attacks!

Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2015

Four kids face nature's fury and survive against all odds.

Extreme Weather!
Series
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$1299

Extreme Weather!

Picture Book · Ages 4–10 · 2016

A series of true stories about people who survived natural disasters, including a tornado, an avalanche, and a hurricane.

Tornado Terror
Series
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$1248

Tornado Terror

Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2017

A massive tornado devastates a small town in Illinois in 1925, killing nearly 700 people and destroying entire towns.

Courageous Creatures
Series
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$2469

Courageous Creatures

Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2021

Animals face disasters and find hope through human heroes.

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Common Questions

How many books are in the I Survived: True Stories series?

There are 5 books in the I Survived: True Stories series. It began with Five Epic Disasters in 2014, and the newest book, Courageous Creatures, was published in 2021.

What ages are the I Survived: True Stories books best for?

The series is best for ages 4–10, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

Which I Survived: True Stories book is the longest?

Five Epic Disasters is the longest book in the series at 13,742 words (176 pages).

Which I Survived: True Stories book is the shortest?

Extreme Weather! is the shortest at 3,774 words.

The people

The Creative Behind the Books

The people who bring I Survived: True Stories to life.

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Lauren Tarshis

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