--- product_id: 1556845 title: "I Survived: The Shark Attacks of 1916" price: "€ 10.81" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.be/products/1556845-i-survived-the-shark-attacks-of-1916 store_origin: BE region: Belgium --- # Illustrated edition for immersive reading 112 pages of gripping historical adventure True 1916 shark attack events I Survived: The Shark Attacks of 1916 **Price:** € 10.81 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🦈 Survive the suspense, join the legend! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** I Survived: The Shark Attacks of 1916 - **How much does it cost?** € 10.81 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.be](https://www.desertcart.be/products/1556845-i-survived-the-shark-attacks-of-1916) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Dive into History:** Experience the thrilling 1916 Jersey Shore shark attacks through the eyes of a brave 10-year-old. - • **Perfect Summer Read:** Fast-paced, easy-to-read 112 pages that keep you hooked from start to finish. - • **Award-Winning Series:** Part of the acclaimed 'I Survived' series, ranked #51 in Children's Historical Fiction. - • **Illustrated Adventure:** Vivid illustrations bring the suspense and drama of the story to life. - • **Relatable & Inspiring:** Themes of friendship, courage, and resilience resonate with young readers and beyond. ## Overview ‘I Survived: The Shark Attacks of 1916’ by Lauren Tarshis is a 112-page illustrated paperback that recounts the true story of the Great White shark terrorizing the Jersey Shore. Published by Scholastic in 2010, this fast-paced historical fiction is perfect for elementary readers, blending real events with relatable characters and vivid artwork to create an unforgettable summer adventure. ## Description Based on true events! It's the summer of 1916 and the Jersey shore is being terrorized by a Great White shark. Can 10-year-old Chet and his friends survive a swim in the local creek? Chet Roscow is finally feeling at home in Elm Hills, New Jersey. He has a job with his uncle Jerry at the local diner, three great friends, and the perfect summertime destination: cool, refreshing Matawan Creek. But Chet's summer is interrupted by shocking news. A great white shark has been attacking swimmers along the Jersey shore, not far from Elm Hills. Everyone in town is talking about it. So when Chet sees something in the creek, he's sure it's his imagination. . . until he comes face-to-face with a bloodthirsty shark! Accelerated Reading Level 3.9 Review: Good for elementary students - This was a great read for one of my students at school. He was interested in the story as a reluctant reader. Review: Great book! - I bought this book through desertcart when I saw an elementary boy reading it. I really like the book! It's fast and easy to read, and based on (and includes) real happenings. There are two more books in the series, too, which I am also getting: "I survived the sinking of the Titanic," and "I survived Hurricane Katrina." In this book Chet is living with his uncle in a new town, and going to a new school. He feels alone and unloved. He starts to feel accepted by a group of boys until they play a prank on him. That really hurts, but his uncle tells him that that is the way of boys: They play a prank on you, so now you play one back on them to show you're ready to be friends! Chet does, but it backfires; they can't handle it and stop playing with him. Frustrated, Chet goes to their swimming hole to clean it up. Then he sees (and is almost grabbed) by a shark. However, no one believes him when he goes running into town--except one old captain. The formerly friendly boys joke about it, even "tempting" the shark--which they don't believe is real--by jumping in the creek. But...then guess who comes along, and guess who rescues the boys! The pictures in this book are absolutely well-drawn as well. ## Features - Author: Lauren Tarshis. | Publisher: Scholastic| Pages: 112| Publication Date: 2010-09-01| Edition: Illustrated| Binding: Paperback| MSRP: 5.99| ISBN13: 9780545206952| ISBN: 0545206952| Language: en| Store Location: Chapter|"Book cover image may be different than what appears on the actual book." ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #5,799 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #51 in Children's Historical Fiction (Books) #232 in Children's Action & Adventure Books (Books) | | Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 3,951 Reviews | ## Images ![I Survived: The Shark Attacks of 1916 - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71H8hzMKYCL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Media Language, Media Format** options. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good for elementary students *by D***D on May 28, 2026* This was a great read for one of my students at school. He was interested in the story as a reluctant reader. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great book! *by J***Y on December 23, 2010* I bought this book through Amazon when I saw an elementary boy reading it. I really like the book! It's fast and easy to read, and based on (and includes) real happenings. There are two more books in the series, too, which I am also getting: "I survived the sinking of the Titanic," and "I survived Hurricane Katrina." In this book Chet is living with his uncle in a new town, and going to a new school. He feels alone and unloved. He starts to feel accepted by a group of boys until they play a prank on him. That really hurts, but his uncle tells him that that is the way of boys: They play a prank on you, so now you play one back on them to show you're ready to be friends! Chet does, but it backfires; they can't handle it and stop playing with him. Frustrated, Chet goes to their swimming hole to clean it up. Then he sees (and is almost grabbed) by a shark. However, no one believes him when he goes running into town--except one old captain. The formerly friendly boys joke about it, even "tempting" the shark--which they don't believe is real--by jumping in the creek. But...then guess who comes along, and guess who rescues the boys! The pictures in this book are absolutely well-drawn as well. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ This is a great kids’ series *by A***R on December 31, 2025* Great teaching book! --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.be/products/1556845-i-survived-the-shark-attacks-of-1916](https://www.desertcart.be/products/1556845-i-survived-the-shark-attacks-of-1916) --- *Product available on Desertcart Belgium* *Store origin: BE* *Last updated: 2026-09-07*