Titanic

Reach for this book when your child expresses a deep interest in historical disasters or starts asking complex questions about survival and the fairness of life. This narrative is ideal for readers who have outgrown simplified history and are ready to confront the human realities of the Titanic through the eyes of those who were actually there. By focusing on real survivors like Violet Jessop and the crew of the Carpathia, the book balances the heavy themes of loss with incredible examples of bravery and duty. It is a sophisticated choice for middle grade readers that treats them with respect, offering a nuanced look at a tragedy that still resonates today. It provides a structured way to discuss grief and heroism while satisfying a natural curiosity about one of history's most famous events.