Can You Survive the Johnstown Flood?

This interactive chapter book plunges readers into the heart of the devastating Johnstown Flood of 1889. Children take on the role of a newlywed caught in the disaster, making critical choices at every turn, from seeking high ground to helping others. It's a gripping way to learn about a significant historical event, fostering critical thinking and empathy as they navigate the perils. While intense, the choose-your-own-path format makes history come alive, offering multiple outcomes based on the reader's decisions.

On May 31, 1889, heavy rains and a dam failure sent flood waters sweeping into Johnstown, Pennsylvania. The 50-foot-high wall of water quickly demolished much of the town. Will you and your new husband be able to escape certain doom as you wait for your train to leave the station? Can you climb onto your house's roof for safety before the building completely fills with water? Will you join in the effort to save others who are floating by on the roofs of their houses? With dozens of possible choices, it's up to YOU to find a way to survive one of the deadliest disasters in American history.