
This gripping historical fiction novel, part of the popular 'I Survived' series, plunges readers into the harrowing true events of the Children's Blizzard of 1888. It follows John Hale, an 11-year-old boy who has recently moved to the Dakota Territory, as he and his schoolmates are caught completely off guard by a sudden, deadly winter storm. The book vividly portrays the extreme challenges of survival against the elements, highlighting themes of courage, resilience, and the power of friendship. It's an excellent choice for middle-grade readers interested in history, adventure, and stories of overcoming adversity.
When John Hale's parents moved from Chicago to a farm in the Dakota Territory in the late 1880s, he was not happy (too hot in summer, too cold in winter, and that is just the beginning); but after a year, and now eleven, he has settled in and made some friends at school--but when a sunny day in January 1888 turns abruptly into a deadly blizzard he will need all his strength and courage to survive what became known to history as The Children's Blizzard.