NEW CHILDRENS BOOK: A Storm Called Katrina
A Storm Called Katrina by Myron Uhlberg tells the story of 10-year old Louis Daniel through his personal account of how his family survived Hurricane Katrina. This is a great story to share with all children. Teachers will be able to use it in the classroom to discuss tragedy, the affect natural disasters have on people, and how children can become resilient even when facing difficulties. Adults who were directly affected by Katrina, may be inspired to document their stories and help children do the same. The events of Hurricane Katrina have so many angles that can be studied and discussed. It's nice to see a children's book that brings a troubling part of history to light, in a way that children can access and understand. Read the New York Times review of A Storm ...