• I Survived the Battle of D-Day, 1944 (I Survived Graphic Novels #9)

I Survived the Battle of D-Day, 1944
(I Survived Graphic Novels #9)

Illustrator
Brian Churilla
Publication Date
April 02, 2024
Genre / Grade Band
Fiction /  4th − 5th
Content Tags
Gore & Violence
Scariness & Traumatic Experiences
I Survived the Battle of D-Day, 1944 (I Survived Graphic Novels #9)

Description

A bold graphic novel adaptation of Lauren Tarshis's bestselling I Survived the Battle of D-Day, 1944 with text adapted by Georgia Ball and art by Brian Churilla.

A battle that changes the course of the war... 


Paul Colbert's French village has been under Nazi control for years. His Jewish best friend has disappeared. Food is scarce. And there doesn't seem to be anything Paul can do to make things better. ​​​​​​​Then Paul finds an American paratrooper stuck in a tree. When Paul helps the soldier, he discovers a secret resistance movement--and he learns the Allies have a plan to crush the Nazis. But first, the resistance needs Paul's help. ​​​​​​​

This is Paul's chance to make a difference. Soon he finds himself in the midst of the largest invasion in history. Can he do his part to turn horror into hope? ​​​​​​​ ​​​​​​​

Lauren Tarshis's 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 that's sure to keep any reader turning the pages. Includes a nonfiction section at the back with facts and photos about the real-life event.

Publication date
April 02, 2024
Classification
Fiction
Page Count
-
ISBN-13
9781338883053
Lexile Measure
390
Guided Reading Level
-
Publisher
Graphix
Series
I Survived Graphic Novels
BISAC categories
JUV016150 - Juvenile Fiction | Historical | United States - 20th Century
JUV008040 - Juvenile Fiction | Comics & Graphic Novels | Action & Adventure
JUV008090 - Juvenile Fiction | Comics & Graphic Novels | Historical
Library of Congress categories
History
France
United States
World War, 1939-1945
Survival
Graphic novels
Campaigns
Normandy
Cartoons and comics
Historical comics
Armed Forces
Normandy (France)
Graphic novel adaptations
Parachute troops
Lauren Tarshis
Lauren Tarshis's New York Times bestselling I Survived series tells stories of young people and their resilience and strength in the midst of unimaginable disasters and times of turmoil. Lauren has brought her signature warmth and exhaustive research to topics such as the battle of D-Day, the American Revolution, Hurricane Katrina, the bombing of Pearl Harbor, and other world events. She lives in Connecticut with her family, and can be found online at laurentarshis.com.
Dave Shephard studied Illustration in Brighton, England. His many works include fiction, nonfiction, picture books, and graphic novels. He lives with his family near the sea in the South Downs of England. For more information, visit daveshephard.com.
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