Barry’s family is ready to leave New Orleans before Hurricane Katrina arrives, but one emergency keeps them from escaping in time. At first, the storm seems frightening but manageable. Then the levees break, the floodwaters rise, and Barry is swept away from his family into a city that has become dangerous and unrecognizable. This I Survived story places you beside Barry as he faces rushing water, ruined streets, and the terrifying uncertainty of being alone. The fast-moving plot blends historical fiction with survival adventure, showing how one child must hold on to courage when everything familiar has been torn apart. With its dramatic graphic novel format and real disaster setting, this is a gripping choice for readers who like history, action, and stories about kids facing impossible moments.