Island of the Blue Dolphins
Description
Scott O’Dell’s Newbery Medal-winning classic is a gripping tale of survival,
strength, and courage. Based on the true story of a Nicole�o Indian girl
living alone on an island off the coast of California, Island of the Blue
Dolphins has captivated readers for generations.On San Nicolas Island,
dolphins flash in the surrounding blue waters, sea otter play in the vast kelp
beds, and sea elephants loll on the stony beaches. Here, in the early 1800s, a
girl named Karana spent eighteen years alone.Karana had to contend with the
ferocious pack of wild dogs that killed her younger brother, constantly guard
against Aleutian sea otter hunters, and maintain a precarious food supply. Her
courage, self-reliance, and grit has inspired millions of readers in this
breathtaking adventure.As Smithsonian magazine put it: “For kids all over the
country, reading the book in language arts classes, Karana is a powerful
symbol of their growing independence. Through her, they can imagine themselves
making their way in the world alone–and thriving.” Read more
Features:
Product Details:
- Publisher : Clarion Books; 1st edition (February 8, 2010)
- Language : English
- Paperback : 192 pages
- ISBN-10 : 0545289599
- ISBN-13 : 14
- Reading age : 8 – 11 years, from customers
- Lexile measure : 1000L
- Grade level : 3 – 7
- Item Weight : 5.6 ounces
| Dimensions | 7.56 × 5.12 × 0.63 in |
|---|---|
| Ean | 9780547328614 |
| Mpn | HO-9780547328614 |
| GTIN | 09780547328614 |
| Isbn | 0545289599 |
| ISBN10 | 0547328613 |
| ISBN13 | 9780547328614 |
| Upc | Does not apply |
| Brand | Houghton Mifflin |
| Format | Paperback |
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