Drowning in My Bedroom

The terrifying impact of global warming on vulnerable lives is laid bare in this gripping tale of survival from internationally bestselling author Steve Cole.
Gayla is trapped when floodwater pours into her bedroom in a residential centre for kids with disabilities. The other children have been evacuated while Gayla waited for her father, but now the streets around are cut off and she's all alone with no way out.
Junjun's makeshift shack has been washed away in the flood and he needs to find medicine for his sister, who's sick after drinking contaminated water.
At first these two young people seem to have little in common and pity each other, but as the waters continue to rise, can they find a way to work together to survive ...?
Particularly suitable for readers aged 9+ with a reading age of 8.

About the author

Steve Cole, Illustrated by Oriol Vidal

Report

"Skilfully weaves together themes of global warming and inequality to address the critical issue of the climate crisis. This book not only educates young readers about the urgency of addressing climate change, but also encourages them to contemplate their role in building a sustainable future." - INIS Magazine
"Warmly and unsentimentaly told, the issues the two young people face are grippingly explored. The disproportionate impacts of climate change, and the effects of poverty and disability are intricately woven into an absorbing tale of two strong characters learning to help each other in order to survive. A page-turner with heart." - The School Librarian
"This is a story about poverty, disability and climate change. Steve Cole uses simple, clear language, making the characters' struggles feel real and urgent ... A moving read that blends personal and global issues, giving readers a glimpse into the lives of those who are often forgotten." - Teen Titles

Product details

• Authors: Steve Cole
• Assisted by: Oriol Vidal (Illustration)
• Publisher: Barrington Stoke
• Languages: English
• Age Recommendation: from age 9
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 11.04.2024
• EAN: 9781800902961
• ISBN: 978-1-80090-296-1
• No. of pages: 128
• Subjects: Children's and young people's books > Non-fiction books / Non-fiction picture books > Animals, plants, nature, the environment; JUVENILE FICTION / Action & Adventure / General, JUVENILE FICTION / Social Themes / Friendship, JUVENILE FICTION / Recycling & Green Living, Romance & relationships stories (Children's / Teenage), General fiction (Children's / Teenage), Children’s / Teenage fiction: Action and adventure stories, Adventure stories (Children's / Teenage), Interest age: from c 9 years, For reluctant or struggling readers (children / teenagers), For reluctant readers (children), Children’s / Teenage fiction: Friendship stories