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I Survived the Japanese Tsunami, 2011 (i Survived Graphic Novel #12) by Lauren Tarshis

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I Survived the Japanese Tsunami, 2011 (i Survived Graphic Novel #12)

Lauren Tarshis

Scholastic Inc. · Paperback · August 5, 2025

Reading lane: Comics & Graphic Novels / Asian American & Pacific Islander

A beautifully rendered graphic novel adaptation of Lauren Tarshis's bestselling I Survived the Japanese Tsunami, 2011, with text adapted by Georgia Ball and art by Chris Chalk.

At a Glance

Why This Clicks

History in Panels

A graphic retelling pairs high-action survival with grief and the history of a real disaster.

Come here for

  • Dramatic panels carrying a survival story shaped by grief
  • A real disaster rendered through high-action graphic storytelling

Expect

  • Historical facts and photos at the back
  • An emotionally charged account of the 2011 tsunami

Book Details

Authors
Lauren Tarshis
Publisher
Scholastic Inc.
Published
August 5, 2025
Format
Paperback
Theme
Comics & Graphic Novels / Asian American & Pacific Islander · Historical Comics
Reading lane
Comics & Graphic Novels / Asian American & Pacific Islander

Series

Book 12 in the i Survived Graphic Novel series.

Affinity

Publisher Categories

  • Action Comics

  • Historical Comics

  • Comics & Graphic Novels / Asian American & Pacific Islander

About This Book

A beautifully rendered graphic novel adaptation of Lauren Tarshis's bestselling I Survived the Japanese Tsunami, 2011, with text adapted by Georgia Ball and art by Chris Chalk. The disaster felt around the world... It's hard enough that Ben is visiting Japan only four months after his dad's death, especially since it's where his dad grew up. But one morning, Ben's grief turns to fear when a massive earthquake rocks the quiet coastal village where he's staying. His family nar...

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A beautifully rendered graphic novel adaptation of Lauren Tarshis's bestselling I Survived the Japanese Tsunami, 2011, with text adapted by Georgia Ball and art by Chris Chalk. The disaster felt around the world... It's hard enough that Ben is visiting Japan only four months after his dad's death, especially since it's where his dad grew up. But one morning, Ben's grief turns to fear when a massive earthquake rocks the quiet coastal village where he's staying. His family narrowly escapes a collapsing house, only to find that the ocean is rising up. Ben and his family are swept away -- and pulled apart -- by a devastating tsunami. Now Ben is alone, stranded in an unfamiliar country thousands of miles from home. Can he find enough courage and strength to survive one of the most epic disasters of all time? Lauren Tarshis's New York Times bestselling I Survived series comes to life in this graphic novel edition. 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 readers turning the pages. Includes a nonfiction section at the back with facts and photos about the real-life event.

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