This summer I read a book called Finding Someplace. Reesie had to survive Hurricane Katrina on August 29th, 2005. When Katrina hits New Orleans, Reesie packs her backpack quickly and goes to her neighbor’s house. She packs her phone and important papers. After reading this book, I thought about what I would bring if I had to leave in a hurry.

If I ever needed to leave my house I would bring things which were important to me. I would always bring food and a water bottle. Bringing a water purifier might be useful when I run out of water. A phone for communication or if I get separated from my parents like Reesie did and I would need a sleeping bag so I don’t sleep on the ground or be really cold. Maybe a book or two to read when I get bored. I would bring a flashlight for when it’s night. I would need some batteries for the flashlight. I would like to have a knife to defend myself. I would like to have some money when I need to buy food. These are the things I would pack in my backpack if I needed to leave my house in a hurry.