Erin and Katrina
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Product Description
The story of Erin and Katrina begins as the powerful storm, Hurricane Katrina, approaches Erin's home far inland from the Mississippi Gulf Coast, away from the worst damage. A chapter book for young readers, this is a story of recovery, concern, and compassion. Erin and her family respond to the disaster as many people did by offering help and support to those in need. The story depicts Erin's concern for the animals in the neighborhood, and later moves her to compassion for people who had lived in the storm's path, as she catches a glimpse of the displacement of those who lost everything. The harsh reality of the disaster is balanced by a message of hope as people eagerly seek to help storm victims. Erin and Katrina is a reflection of the compassion that was born in the midst of the tragedy that some have called the Hurricane of the Century. The vibrant illustrations, by two artists who know hurricanes well, add much to this well-told story.
Spotlight Customer Reviews:
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Excellent!
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My kids love this book! It's a well-written story about how a little girl and her family deal with the aftermath of Katrina. The illustrations are beautiful and I still tear up a little bit every time I read it! It is a sweet story that offers hope and encouragement and encourages children to reach out to those in need.
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Beautiful and timely book for kids
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One of the better books for children dealing with the chaos and trauma of hurricanes. Gorgeous full color illustrations on every page illustrate the story of little Erin and what she has to deal with during and after Hurricane Katrina. This book is well made with thick pages and will stand up to many years of reading. I recommend this book for all the families who actually went through Hurricane Katrina as it will spark many a discussion. Also, kids in hurricane-prone states would benefit from what they can learn from this story. To promote empathy with hurricane victims this book would be a good gift for any child.
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