I Survived the Japanese Tsunami, 2011

The depiction of the tsunami is vivid and suspenseful, but I wonder how much thought went into balancing tension with reassurance for young readers.

The story really pulled me in emotionally, especially during the moments of danger. It made me wonder how children in real life might have felt during such a disaster.

I’m curious whether her goal was to educate, inspire resilience, or both, and how she approached making the story accessible yet impactful.