Nature Attacks! (I Survived True Stories #2)
Scholastic Inc. 2015
Great fit for 6th grade
Reading level and content both target 4th–8th grade · ages 9–14
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Genre
Themes
- survival
- courage
- resilience
- natural disasters
- problem-solving
- historical events
- hope
- perseverance
About this book
This nonfiction companion to the I Survived series shares four gripping, true accounts of kids who faced deadly forces of nature and lived to tell the tale. From a terrifying shark attack on the New Jersey shore in 1916 to the devastating Peshtigo fire of 1871, readers get fast-paced storytelling packed with photos, maps, and facts. It’s accessible and exciting for grades 3–6, perfect for disaster buffs and reluctant readers alike. Kids enjoy the cliffhanger chapters, real-life heroes, and the fascinating science and history behind each event.
Setting: Multiple real-world locations and time periods, including the New Jersey shore in 1916 and Peshtigo, Wisconsin in 1871
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Nature Attacks! (I Survived True Stories #2) right for my child?
Yes — Nature Attacks! (I Survived True Stories #2) is a great fit for 6th grade. The reading level is AR 6.3, which is typical for 6th 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, resilience.
How long does it take to read Nature Attacks! (I Survived True Stories #2)?
At a typical 6th grade reading pace, Nature Attacks! (I Survived True Stories #2) takes around 1.3h to finish. The book has 13,500 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Nature Attacks! (I Survived True Stories #2) have an AR quiz?
Yes — Nature Attacks! (I Survived True Stories #2) has an AR quiz available, worth 2 points. 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 Nature Attacks! (I Survived True Stories #2)?
Nature Attacks! (I Survived True Stories #2) has an AR reading level of 6.3, which places it at a 6th 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.