Escaping the Giant Wave
Escaping the Giant Wave by Peg Kehret, published by Aladdin in September 2004, is a gripping tale of survival set against the backdrop of a family vacation on the Oregon coast. This 160-page book follows thirteen-year-old Kyle and his younger sister, BeeBee, as they navigate a series of life-threatening challenges after an earthquake triggers a devastating tsunami. Left in charge while their parents attend a dinner, the siblings must rely on their wits and instincts to escape the chaos that ensues.
Readers will find a fast-paced narrative that explores themes of family and resilience in the face of disaster. As Kyle and BeeBee confront the immediate dangers of fire and rising waters, the story delves into their bond as siblings and their determination to survive. With elements of action and adventure, this edition presents a vivid portrayal of nature’s power and the instinct to protect loved ones. The book is written in English and is suitable for young readers interested in survival stories and thrilling adventures.
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When an earthquake hits on their family vacation, can Kyle and his sister survive the following tsunami?
The Worst Vacation Ever!
Thirteen-year-old Kyle thought spending a vacation on the Oregon coast with his family would be great. He’d never flown before, and he’s never seen the Pacific Ocean.
One evening Kyle is left in charge of his younger sister, BeeBee, while his parents attend an adults-only Salesman of the Year dinner on an elegant yacht.
Then the earthquake comes—starting a fire in their hotel! As Kyle and BeeBee fight their way out through smoke and flame, Kyle remembers the sign at the beach that said after an earthquake everyone should go uphill and inland, as far from the ocean as possible. Giant tsunami waves—three or four stories high—can ride in from the sea and engulf anyone who doesn’t escape fast enough.
Kyle and BeeBee flee uphill as a tsunami crashes over the beach, the hotel, and the town. The giant wave charges straight up the hillside and through the woods where the children are running for their lives. The perfect vacation has become a nightmare! Somehow Kyle and BeeBee have to outwit nature’s fury and save themselves from tsunami terror.
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