"A.D. New Orleans After the Deluge" by Josh Neufeld

On August 29, 2005, Hurricane Katrina hit land, causing over 1,800 deaths in Louisiana and Mississippi. The devastation from this storm, in conjunction with the breaks in the levees, continues to impact the South, and especially New Orleans.

In A.D. New Orleans After the Deluge, Josh Neufeld tells the true story of 7 individuals who were there to witness the events that took place during this disaster.

Some evacuated. Some stayed. Some survived. Some didn't. Some returned home. Some never did.

Neufeld's brilliant cartoons illustrate a city that is under attack, and its citizens under siege. A wonderful snapshot into the lives of true survivors, and their attachment to the people and city they love.

Some language, good for high school and up.

"Life As We Knew It" by Susan Beth Pfeffer

A meteor has hit the moon, causing earthquakes, volcano eruptions and tsunamis all over Earth. Miranda and her family must prepare for the unknown, stockpiling food, wood and supplies. Many neighbors move away as dust clouds take over the skies and frost comes early destroying the hopes of growing food. Miranda's diary recounts how her family sticks together and bonds in close quarters, and how life as they knew it, is changed forever. Powerful book - well written. Good for middle school and up.