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The Island
The Island
Author: Gary Paulsen
Every morning fifteen-year-old Wil Neuton gets up, brushes his teeth, leaves the house, and rows away from shore. He's discovered the island--a place where he can go to be alone and learn to know nature -- and himself. On the island he watches the loons and the fish in the lake, and writes and paints. It feels good to get away from the tension ...  more »
ISBN-13: 9780440206323
ISBN-10: 0440206324
Publication Date: 4/1/1990
Pages: 208
Reading Level: Young Adult
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  • Currently 3.1/5 Stars.
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3.1 stars, based on 17 ratings
Publisher: Laurel Leaf
Book Type: Mass Market Paperback
Other Versions: Hardcover, Audio Cassette, Audio CD
Members Wishing: 1
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My brother read this book. He loved Gary Paulsen (although he HATED to read). Most Paulsen books are late-elementary to middle school reading level, but if you have a child who doesn't like to read (and likes adventures), Paulsen might just be the author to get your child excited about reading--even at early High School level.
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