Praise for I Survived the Sinking of the Titanic, 1912 "The fast pace and intrinsically fascinating disaster story will keep readers turning the pages." — Kirkus Reviews
Praise for I Survived the Shark Attacks of 1916 "A gripping story that will hold the interest of reluctant readers. " — School Library Journal
Praise for I Survived Hurricane Katrina, 2005 "Expressive illustrations capture the drama of the storm and its aftermath, but the book's real power comes from its exploration of what it means to be a hero." — Booklist
Praise for I Survived the Attacks of September 11, 2001 "[Tarshis] crafts a dramatic, emotionally intense tale that takes account of 9/11's physical and emotional costs — short- and long-term — while ending on an upward beat." — Kirkus Reviews
Praise for I Survived the Battle of Gettysburg, 1863 "Informative and breathlessly paced." — Kirkus Reviews
Praise for I Survived the Destruction of Pompeii, AD 79 "Tarshis serves up another gripping adventure... with the light-speed pacing and death-defying maneuvering fans have come to expect." — Booklist