I Survived the Sinking of the Titanic, 1912

Engaging and fun, and full of drama. The characters were vivid, and the banter between the siblings and their aunt helped to make them relatable for the reader. This book will almost certainly appeal to children who like adventure stories. However, parts of this story stretched credibility a bit too far. There are other fictional Titanic books out there for this age group that are better quality. Incidentally, it’s also quite possible that this author’s technique improved as she went. This one was only the first one in the series, and I remember being impressed with one of her later installments. Despite some very real flaws, the action-packed plot and memorable characters are sure to provide educational entertainment for children. show more It is no mean feat to portray such a distant time in a way that today’s children can understand and enjoy. show less

This fictionalized account of the sinking of the Titanic will likely appeal to kids of all ages. George is traveling first class with his aunt and sister, and is fascinated by the layout of the ship and all its corridors. He is also a first class scamp, often sneaking into places he should not go. It is this curiosity and lack of fear that proves to be his saving grace. The story has some interesting aspects, including George’s friendship with a couple of immigrants, but it also contains some glaring misrepresentations. It is a fiction account, but yanking a 10-year-old boy off a lifeboat for being too old did not happen. There were other inaccuracies as well that need not have been included. Still, it may stir readers on to do show more further reading on the subject. The audio version was well performed by Lauren Fortgang. show less

This book in the "I Survived" series takes place onboard the Titanic. As events unravel they are told in the first person point of view through the eyes of a 10 year old boy, George. George has boarded the ship with his sister and aunt to make this doomed voyage. He is an adventurous, but thoughtful child, having lost his mother 3 years ago. Although he is a first class passenger, his adventures lead him through other parts of the ship for the less fortunate, so the reader gets glimpses of what other class accommodations might have been like. This book, and the rest of the books in the series, are written in an easy to read chapter format. The vocabulary and readability are appropriate for grades 3 and 4 and even reluctant 5th grade show more readers. Although this is a fiction book, there are plenty of facts about the Titanic woven into the story. At the end of the book, is a note from the author and also several pages of facts about this disaster. This is one of the most popular series in our library. show less

I Survived the Sinking of the Titanic, 1912 introduces ten-year-old George Calder aboard the famously luxurious ship. When disaster strikes after an iceberg collision, George must confront fear, loss, and the chaos of a sinking ocean liner—all while protecting his younger sister. Fast-paced and emotional, this fictional narrative is grounded in historical detail and suspense, making history feel immediate and relatable. With concise prose and vivid illustrations, it’s a compelling choice for early readers interested in true disaster stories.

My 11-year-old grandson has been obsessed by all things Titanic since he was about four. So, my spouse decided to get a couple of books about the Titanic for him for Christmas. She let me read this one first. It's not an adult book, but appropriate for kids. None-the-less, I found it rather fun.

Ten-year-old George, and his eight-year-old sister, Phoebe, are on the Titanic's maiden voyage accompanied by their Aunt Daisy. Aunt Daisy had recently been widowed. It had been the dream of her late husband to make this trip, so Aunt Daisy decided to keep the tickets already bought and she took George and Phoebe along with her.

George is known for getting into trouble, and he finds trouble a plenty on the ship. What's a 10-year-old to do but show more go exploring? Anyway, he does and makes friends with some immigrants in the lower decks, Marco and his kid, Enzo (or did I forget and it's the other way around?).

Well, things go fine until they hit the ice berg and the ship begins to sink, but they all manage to find a way off and to safety, and later on, find themselves reconnected with Marco and Enzo.

Pretty fun. I'll have to check with my grandson to see if they got the basic facts of the sinking, and lifeboat lowering, and so forth correctly. show less

George Calder is 10 years old and just spent a fun time in England with his Aunt Daisy. Now George, his little sister, Phoebe, and Aunt Daisy are all steaming towards New York on board the Titanic. George is a bit rambunctious, getting into trouble for things like sliding down the main staircase railing, but he's just enjoying the trip. The Titanic is huge, very ornate and there is just so much to see and do. It's a bit overwhelming. They meet a nice Italian man, Mario, and his 4-year old son Enzo. Then the trip changes from joyful to frightening. The Titanic strikes an iceberg and begins to sink. There aren't enough lifeboats on board for everyone. What will happen to all the people on the doomed ship?

I love this middle-grade series. show more Each book is set during a historic event or disaster and tells a fictionalized eyewitness account of a child who survived the event. Many historical facts are mixed in with the fictional story. The stories have a lot of action and interesting facts and would be perfect for reluctant readers, supplemental reading for history units or just as part of a classroom or school library. While the stories do contain details about serious events that cause death, injuries and danger, the details are presented in age-appropriate language without giving too many grisly details.

I Survived the Sinking of the Titanic is the 1st book in the I Survived series. There are 16 books currently with a new book coming out in September 2018. The series features a variety of events from modern times (9/11, the Joplin, MO tornado, Hurricane Katrina) to long-ago events (the destruction of Pompeii, the shark attacks of 1916). At just over 100 pages, the books are a good length for middle-grade students or a quick read for adults. show less

The author takes the reader on a journey on the Titanic, following the story of young George a passenger on the Titanic in 1912. The author tells true events that led to the sinking of the Titanic using the fictional character of George. Although fiction, the reader is able to be engrossed in the story and travels back in time as they read and experience the sinking of the great ship through the eyes of George.

The I Survived series, allow young readers to travel back in time while reading about true events in history through the eyes of young children.