I Survived the Japanese Tsunami, 2011 (I Survived #8)
Scholastic Inc. 2013
Great fit for 4th grade
Reading level and content both target 4th–8th grade · ages 9–14
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Genre
Themes
- survival
- courage
- family
- grief and healing
- resilience
- natural disasters
- hope
About this book
After his father's death, Ben travels to his dad's coastal hometown in Japan—just as a powerful earthquake and tsunami strike. Swept apart from his family, Ben must rely on quick thinking, courage, and help from others to make it through an unfolding real-world disaster. Fast-paced chapters and vivid survival details keep readers turning pages. Perfect for grades 3–6 who enjoy true-to-life adventure and learning about history through gripping stories.
Setting: a coastal village in northeastern Japan during the 2011 Tohoku earthquake and tsunami
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is I Survived the Japanese Tsunami, 2011 (I Survived #8) right for my child?
Yes — I Survived the Japanese Tsunami, 2011 (I Survived #8) is a great fit for 4th grade. The reading level is AR 4, which is typical for 4th grade. The interest level is rated Middle Grades (4–8), meaning the themes and content are designed for ages 9–14 (4th–8th grade). Themes include survival, courage, family.
How long does it take to read I Survived the Japanese Tsunami, 2011 (I Survived #8)?
At a typical 4th grade reading pace, I Survived the Japanese Tsunami, 2011 (I Survived #8) takes around 1.2h to finish. The book has 11,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does I Survived the Japanese Tsunami, 2011 (I Survived #8) have an AR quiz?
Yes — I Survived the Japanese Tsunami, 2011 (I Survived #8) has an AR quiz available, worth 1 point. Your child will need to take and pass the quiz through their school's Accelerated Reader program to earn credit. The quiz is typically 5–20 multiple choice questions about plot, characters, and setting.
What grade level is I Survived the Japanese Tsunami, 2011 (I Survived #8)?
I Survived the Japanese Tsunami, 2011 (I Survived #8) has an AR reading level of 4, which places it at a 4th grade reading difficulty. The interest level is rated Middle Grades (4–8) — this reflects the age-appropriateness of the content and themes, not just the reading difficulty. A strong younger reader may handle the words fine while the themes are aimed at an older audience, or vice versa.