The terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001, shook the nation. This series uses narrative nonfiction to tell the stories of individuals who were directly affected by the attacks, offering young readers insights into this pivotal event in US history. The series includes stories about first responders, citizen heroes, and rescue dogs who performed heroic deeds. It also shares the experiences of 9/11 survivors, reporters who bravely kept the public informed, and people around the country and world who worked to support those affected by the attacks. Additional features include a table of contents, fast facts, infographics, critical-thinking questions, a phonetic glossary, an index, information about the author, and sources for further research.