When History Happened: I Was on the Titanic

When History Happened: I Was on the Titanic ???? transports young adventurers straight into the gripping true story of the RMS Titanic's fateful 1912 maiden voyage. Through the wide-eyed perspective of 10-year-old Alex Chen-a curious Canadian boy traveling with his aunt, little sister Mia, and new friends-listeners experience the thrill of boarding the world's largest "e;unsinkable"e; ship in Southampton, England, and the rapid shift from luxury to life-or-death survival.?From Majesty to Mayhem ????Savor the ship's wonders: grand staircases rivaling palaces, swimming pools ?????, and gourmet feasts that dazzle Alex and his family. But as iceberg warnings mount on April 14, excitement turns to chaos at 11:40 PM when the hull scrapes ice, flooding watertight compartments. Short, pulse-pounding 25 chapters chronicle the collision's shudder, frantic lifeboat launches under "e;women and children first,"e; and Alex's heroic swim through freezing waters blending verified history like the missing lookout binoculars with raw emotion and family bonds.?Educational Adventure for Young Minds ????This first-person tale emphasizes bravery, quick thinking, and unbreakable hope amid tragedy, without graphic details. It wraps with a "e;Real History Facts"e; section unpacking key events, from the Carpathia rescue to lasting safety changes like 24-hour radio watches.Ideal for bedtime listening, classrooms, or family road trips sparking discussions on resilience and history's lessons.?