Total Devastation: The Story of Hurricane Katrina - Tangled History

Aug 26, 2026

Total Devastation: The Story of Hurricane Katrina - Tangled History presents Hurricane Katrina and its aftermath in a narrative nonfiction format centered on the people who lived through the disaster. Set in August 2005 on the Gulf Coast of the United States, it recounts the storm’s catastrophic impact through true stories of survivors. Designed for ages 8–14, it connects historical events to individual experiences, helping readers understand disaster preparedness, resilience, and difficult discussions.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryStory & Novel

FormatPDF

Pages3

Reading Time5 min

AccessFree to download

Hurricane Katrina in August 2005

Survivors’ true stories and aftermath

Total Devastation: The Story Of Hurricane Katrina (Tangled History) History is about the people who lived it. In August 2005, Hurricane Katrina struck the Gulf Coast of the United States. The storm and its aftermath were catastrophic.Â Told in a narrative nonfiction format, these are the powerful true stories of some of the storm's survivors. Lexile Measure: 810L (What's this?) Series: Tangled History Paperback: 112 pages Publisher: Capstone Press (August 1, 2016) Language: English ISBN-10: 149148456X ISBN-13: 978-1491484562 Product Dimensions: 5.2 x 0.4 x 7.4 inches Shipping Weight: 4.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies) Average Customer Review: Be the first to review this item Best Sellers Rank: \#8,320,241 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) \#63 inÂ Books > Children's Books > Growing Up & Facts of Life > Difficult Discussions > Disaster Preparedness \#290 inÂ Books > Children's Books > Education & Reference > History > United States > 2000s \#1751 inÂ Books > Science & Math > Earth Sciences > Atmospheric Sciences Age Range: 8-14 years Grade Level: 3-4 Michael Burgan has written numerous books for children and young adults during his nearly 20 years as a freelance writer. Many of his books have focused on U.S. history, geography, and the lives of world leaders. He has also written fiction and adapted classic novels. Michael has won several awards for his writing, and his graphic novel version of the classic tale Frankenstein (Stone Arch Books) was a Junior Library Guild selection.Â Michael has also worked as an editor at Weekly Reader, the classroom news magazine used in schools across the United States. Michael graduated from the University of Connecticut with a bachelorâ ™s degree in history. When not writing for kids, he enjoys writing plays, and his works have been staged across the United States. He lives in Santa Fe, New Mexico, with his cat, Callie. Total Devastation: The Story of Hurricane Katrina (Tangled History) Hurricane Katrina & the Devastation of New Orleans, 2005 (Monumental Milestones: Great Events of Modern Times) Hurricane Katrina: Devastation on the Gulf Coast (Lucent Overview Series) Hurricane Katrina: An Interactive Modern History Adventure (You Choose: Modern History) My Hurricane Andrew Story: The story behind the preparation, the terror, the resilience, and the renowned TV coverage of the Great Hurricane of 1992. Tangled Treasures Coloring Book: 52 Intricate Tangle Drawings to Color with Pens, Markers, or Pencils-Plus: Coloring schemes and techniques (Tangled Color and Draw) Disney Tangled: The Series: Take on the World Cinestory Comic (Disney Tangled: The Series Cinestory Comic) Tangled: The Tangled Series, Book 1 Tangled (The Tangled Book 1) Tangled Dreams: Tabby's Tangled Art (Volume 1) Tangled Dreams Volume II: Tangled coloring pages to take with you. Tangled Gardens Coloring Book: 52 Intricate Tangle Drawings to Color with Pens, Markers, or Pencils (Tangled Color and Draw) A Penguin Named Patience: A Hurricane Katrina Rescue Story Zane and the Hurricane: A Story of Katrina Two Bobbies: A True Story of Hurricane Katrina, Friendship, and Survival Hurricane Katrina (True Books: American History (Paperback)) Hurricane Katrina (You Choose: Modern History) The Big Muddy: An Environmental History of the Mississippi and Its Peoples from Hernando de Soto to Hurricane Katrina Hurricane Katrina: Aftermath of Disaster (Snapshots in History) Hurricane Katrina (Perspectives on Modern World History)

FAQs

When did Hurricane Katrina strike?

Hurricane Katrina struck the Gulf Coast of the United States in August 2005.

How is the book structured?

The story is told in a narrative nonfiction format through powerful true stories of survivors.

Who is the intended audience?

The book is designed for readers aged 8–14, with a grade level of 3–4.

Aug 26, 2026

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