Tornado

  • Pages:112
  • Publisher:Orca Book Publishers
  • Series: Orca Soundings
  • Themes:extreme weather, rescue, bravery, family secrets, natural disasters
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  • Available:01/19/2021
  • Age Groups:Fiction Ages 12+
  • Reading Level:2.1
  • Lexile:HL370L
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9781459827264
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Cam must battle extreme weather conditions to find his brother, as his already fragile family is being torn apart by secrets.

When a distant storm knocks out the power at his high school, Cam and his friends head out for burgers. On their way back to pick up Cam's little brother, Peter, at the bus stop, they are caught up in the middle of a deadly tornado. Cam manages to survive and makes his way home only to discover that his house has been destroyed and his parents are locked in an argument that ends in a startling revelation. And Peter is still missing.

This short novel is a high-interest, low-reading level book for teen readers who are building reading skills, want a quick read or say they don’t like to read! The epub edition of this title is fully accessible.

“Full of action and brief enough to entice even the most unwilling readers.”
– Kirkus Reviews
“Whether for hooking reluctant readers or offering a quick, gripping tale for independent reading, this entry in the high-interest “Orca Soundings” series is a thrilling romp.”
– School Library Journal (SLJ)
“The book reads like a snapshot in time, but the author does well in building suspense and engagement with the reader. Recommended.”
– CM: Canadian Review of Materials
BC Books for BC Schools   | 2021  |  Commended

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