I Survived the Sinking of the Titanic, 1912 — Content Guide for Parents
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PRESENTContains references to prayer and church attendance. A minister character plays a supporting role in two chapters.
About this book
George Calder must be the luckiest kid alive - he and his little sister, Phoebe, are sailing with their aunt on the Titanic, the greatest ship ever built! George can't resist exploring every inch of the incredible boat, even if it gets him into trouble.
But one night while George is off exploring, a terrible boom shakes the entire boat. Soon the impossible is happening: The Titanic is sinking.
George has always gotten out of trouble before. Can he survive this nightmare?
With art by Haus Studio and text adapted by Georgia Ball, Lauren Tarshis's New York Times bestselling I Survived series takes on vivid new life in this bold graphic novel edition. Includes nonfiction back matter with facts and historical photos of the real-life Titanic disaster.
Perfect for readers who prefer the graphic novel format, or for existing fans of the I Survived chapter book series, I Survived graphic novels combine historical facts with high-action storytelling that's sure to keep any reader turning the pages.
Frequently asked questions
Is I Survived the Sinking of the Titanic, 1912 appropriate for a 7-year-old?
The book depicts the sinking of the Titanic, which involves chaos and danger as characters face life-threatening situations. While the narrative does not detail graphic violence, the context of a shipwreck implies peril and potential loss of life. The book contains elements that could be considered scary for young readers, such as the sinking of the Titanic and the associated chaos and fear experienced by the characters. However, it is framed in a way that is suitable for the target age group.
Does I Survived the Sinking of the Titanic, 1912 have violence?
The book depicts the sinking of the Titanic, which involves chaos and danger as characters face life-threatening situations. While the narrative does not detail graphic violence, the context of a shipwreck implies peril and potential loss of life.
Does I Survived the Sinking of the Titanic, 1912 have scary content?
The book contains elements that could be considered scary for young readers, such as the sinking of the Titanic and the associated chaos and fear experienced by the characters. However, it is framed in a way that is suitable for the target age group.
Does I Survived the Sinking of the Titanic, 1912 have religious themes?
No religious content in the book itself. The search results include references to Christianbook.com but do not indicate any religious themes or practices in the narrative.
Does I Survived the Sinking of the Titanic, 1912 have racial/cultural content?
The search results do not indicate any explicit racial themes or discussions in the book. The narrative focuses on the Titanic disaster rather than race-related issues.
Does I Survived the Sinking of the Titanic, 1912 have profanity?
No profanity is present in the book. The search results indicate that the language is appropriate for children, with no swearing noted.
Does I Survived the Sinking of the Titanic, 1912 have climate change?
No climate themes or environmental discussions are present in the book. The narrative centers on the historical event of the Titanic sinking without addressing climate issues.
Does I Survived the Sinking of the Titanic, 1912 have sexual identity?
No sexual content is mentioned in the book. The search results reference sexual content from film adaptations, which is not relevant to the book's narrative.
Does I Survived the Sinking of the Titanic, 1912 have gender roles?
The book does not actively discuss or critique gender roles. While it features characters of different genders, the narrative does not focus on gender dynamics or expectations.
Does I Survived the Sinking of the Titanic, 1912 have lgbtq+ themes?
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are mentioned in the book. The search results primarily reference film adaptations and other unrelated content.
