"An illustrated chapter book adaptation of A Storm Too Soon: A Remarkable True Survival Story in 80-Foot Seas" -- Cover.
Contents
Florida -- countdown to the crossing -- Jean Pierre & Rudy -- Riding the Gulf Stream -- The gathering storm -- Too far out to sea -- Help is greatly needed -- Activating the emergency signal -- The wave -- The life raft -- Desperation -- Tumbling in chaos -- Convulsions -- Need max gas -- The Jayhawk and the C-130 -- Like a hockey puck on ice -- Deploying the swimmer -- "He needs to go first ..." -- As if shot from a cannon -- Back into the chaos -- A frayed cable -- Stay calm, no mistakes -- The last man.
Summary
"An illustrated chapter book adaptation of A Storm Too Soon-with simultaneous original hardcover and paperback editions"-- Provided by publisher.
"On May 2, 2007, three expert sailors embark on an epic voyage from Florida to France. But the trip of a lifetime soon turns into a nightmare when their sailboat disappears along the Gulf Stream in the throes of a relentless storm. From this point onward, their fate lies in the hands of four courageous coast guardsmen who must navigate brutal conditions in their Search and Rescue mission." -- inside front jacket flap.
Audience
Ages 6-9 Henry Holt and Company Books for Young Readers.
Grades 2-3 Henry Holt and Company Books for Young Readers.
