DK Readers: Survivors -- The Night the Titanic Sank (Level 2: Beginning to Read Alone) [Paperback]

Caryn Jenner (Author)

Book Description

Age Level: 6 and up | Grade Level: 1 and up | Series: DK READERS

Will Tate and his family set sail for America. But they are on board the Titanic, the "unsinkable" ship, which is heading for disaster! Longer sentences and an expanded vocabulary make this series of 48-page books slightly more challenging: Level 2 is appropriate for children who have started to read but still need help. Information boxes full of background information will stimulate inquisitive minds. These books contain between 700 and 850 words, and they are approximately 70 percent pictures and 30 percent text. The Dorling Kindersley Readers combine an enticing visual layout with high-interest, easy-to-read stories to captivate and delight young bookworms who are just getting started. Written by leading children's authors and compiled in consultation with literacy experts, these engaging books build reader confidence along with a lifelong appreciation for nonfiction, classic stories, and biographies. There is a DK Reader to interest every child at every level, from preschool to grade 4.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 6 and up
  
• Paperback: 32 pages
• Publisher: DK CHILDREN (January 17, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0789473739
• ISBN-13: 978-0789473738
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 5.9 x 0.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #458,580 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #8 in Books > 4-for-3 Books > Children's Books > Series > Early Reader > Dorling Kindersley Readers > Level 2
  • #20 in Books > Children's Books > History > Modern
  • #83 in Books > Children's Books > Transportation > Boats & Ships

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4 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Showing children the good side of a bad situation...., February 20, 2001

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Rebecca Johnson "The Rebecca Review" (Washington State) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: DK Readers: Survivors -- The Night the Titanic Sank (Level 2: Beginning to Read Alone) (Hardcover)

In the Dorling Kindersley "level two" readers, the sentences are longer and the vocabulary is more challenging. The information boxes are full of extra fun facts and there is a simple index in each book.

The beautiful illustrations and full-color photographs make this story come to life. This story focuses on one family who sets sail for America aboard the Titanic. The story starts as an adventure and ends in tragedy, yet the father is united with this family. I think that was a wise choice and the author was very aware of the fear children have of loosing a parent.

There is safety information in this book which explains how the disaster did help prevent deaths in the future. Now all ships carry enough lifeboats for everyone on board.

~The Rebecca Review

5.0 out of 5 stars Children's book, January 1, 2012

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This review is from: DK Readers: Survivors -- The Night the Titanic Sank (Level 2: Beginning to Read Alone) (Paperback)

If your son enjoys reading about the Titanic, he will love this book about
Survivors of the Titanic. This book is a must have for any young Titanic
enthusiast .

5.0 out of 5 stars Jack's Review, June 14, 2011

A Kid's Review

This review is from: DK Readers: Survivors -- The Night the Titanic Sank (Level 2: Beginning to Read Alone) (Paperback)

This book is filled with emotion. This is a good book for ages 8 -10 because it helps you learn about history. It also helps you learn safety on the water such as how to warn other ships by shooting flares in the air. Flares are like fireworks except they aren't colorful and they warn other ships to watch out or help. Did you know that over 1000 people died? You don't have to be too sad. It's a great book so let's read it!