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Volcano: A Fiery Tale of Survival

Author: Thomas Kingsley Troupe   Series: Survive!

5 x 7 trim size; 56 pages; illustrated; survival stories; action; adventure; self-reliance; nature; weather; natural disasters; at-level; discussion questions; writing prompts; glossary; accurate; realistic scenarios; real-time action; ten illustrations

Disaster strikes Cam's family vacation in Hawaii when a nearby "inactive" volcano explodes. Chunks of rock and lava cascade down the city and start to tear the hotel to shreds. Cam must find his family and get out fast.

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5 x 7 trim size; 56 pages; illustrated; survival stories; action; adventure; self-reliance; nature; weather; natural disasters; at-level; discussion questions; writing prompts; glossary; accurate; realistic scenarios; real-time action; ten illustrations

Disaster strikes Cam's family vacation in Hawaii when a nearby "inactive" volcano explodes. Chunks of rock and lava cascade down the city and start to tear the hotel to shreds. Cam must find his family and get out fast.

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When Cam's family decides to go to a luau during their vacation in Hawaii, he decides to stay behind to play some video games in the hotel. Lost in gaming euphoria, Cam slowly begins to realize that the rumbling noises aren't coming from the TV--the entire hotel is shaking. Cam glances out the window of his hotel room just in time to see the nearby "inactive" volcano explode. Chunks of rock and lava cascade down into the city. Giant, flaming rocks start to tear the hotel to shreds. Cam knows he needs to find his family and get out fast, but a river of lava runs between him and his loved ones . . .

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Critic Reviews

“If you are seeking a high interest series, you will enjoy these titles. . . .The short, high-interest chapters are full of action and will have a wide appeal. Teachers will appreciate the writing prompts and the discussion questions. Recommended.”

-- "School Library Connection"

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About the Author

Kirbi Fagan is a vintage-inspired artist living in the Detroit, Michigan, area. She is an award-winning illustrator who specializes in creating art for young reaers. Her work is known for magical themes, vintage textures, bright colors, and powerful characterization. She received her bachelor's degree in illustration from Kendall College of Art and Design. Kirbi lives by two words: "Spread joy." She is known to say, "I'm in it with my whole heart." When not illustrating, Kirbi enjoys writing stories, spending time with her family, and rollerblading with her dog, Sophie. Thomas Kingsley Troupe is the author of a big ol' pile of books for kids. He's written about everything from ghosts to Bigfoot to 3rd grade werewolves. He even wrote a book about dirt. When he's not writing or reading, he investigates the strange and spooky as part of the Twin Cities Paranormal Society. Thomas lives in Woodbury, Minnesota with his two sons.

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Product Details

Publisher
Stone Arch Books
Published
1st January 2016
Pages
56
ISBN
9781496525611

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