I Survived Graphic Novel #11: I Survived The Great Molasses Flood, 1919 (Graphix)

One of the strangest disasters in U.S. history is brought to vivid life in this graphic novel adaptation of Lauren Tarshiss bestselling I Survived the Great Molasses Flood, 1919, with text adapted by Georgia Ball and art by Karen De La Vega.Its been four years since Carmen and Papa moved from Italy to Boston. Life here is exciting, but not always easy. And then theres the massive metal tank that rises up over their crowded North End neighborhood. The ugly tank, filled with sticky brown molasses, has always leaked. But nobody imagined that it could one day explode apart, sending a tsunami of molasses into the streets.Caught in the flood, Carmen must fight for her life -- the life that she and Papa built together in America. But where will she find the strength?Lauren Tarshiss New York Times bestselling I Survived series comes to vivid life in graphic novel editions. Perfect for readers who prefer the graphic novel format, or for existing fans of the I Survived chapter book series, these graphic novels combine historical facts with high-action storytelling thats sure to keep any reader turning the pages. Includes a nonfiction section at the back with facts and photos about the real-life event.