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Other Versions of this Book: Hardcover, Audio Cassette (Unabridged), Hardcover
Book Description:
In the Pacific there is an island that looks like a big fish sunning itself in the sea. Around it, blue dolphins swim, otters play, and sea elephants and sea birds abound. once, Indians also lived on the island. And when they left and sailed to the east, one young girl was left behind.
This is the story of Karana, the Indian girl who lived alone for years on the Island of the Blue Dolphins. Year after year, she watched one season pass into another and waited for a ship to take her away. But while she waited, she kept herself alive by building shelter, making weapons, finding food, and fighting her enemies, the wild dogs. It is not only an unusual adventure of survival, but also a tale of natural beauty and personal discovery.
This is the story of Karana, the Indian girl who lived alone for years on the Island of the Blue Dolphins. Year after year, she watched one season pass into another and waited for a ship to take her away. But while she waited, she kept herself alive by building shelter, making weapons, finding food, and fighting her enemies, the wild dogs. It is not only an unusual adventure of survival, but also a tale of natural beauty and personal discovery.
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What a wondeful book! It was sad and yet inspirational. This young woman has so much inner strength and wisdom and an abundance of hope and optimism. Through tragedy after tragedy she just keeps on going simply for the sake of meeting the next day head-on. Loved it loved it loved it!
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I have loved this book ever since I was 9 years old, and I still do.
It is one of those stories you can never get tired of reading.
Perfect for all age groups.
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It's funny how many people read this in school and bought their own copy. I have always loved this book since I read it in school. A must for everyone to read.
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This is an amazing book. i read it through school then had to go out and buy my own copy. i would recomend this book if you survival or suspence stories.
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Great book and is reading level 5.5.
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I read this book in 4th grade and will never forget it. So incredibly sad and touching. It is my all-time favorite book.
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This is a good historical novel of a differnt type than the usual historical fiction. It is based on a true story about a girl who was stranded without her tribe when Vikings came and attacked her village, taking slaves with them. She a strong young girl, very inspiring to read about with your daughters. There is a teachable follow up for "homeschoolers" or "afterschoolers" because you can research the girls history. Try an internet search, and include the term "California".
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My wife's favorite kids book. "Robinson Crusoe" for pre-teen girls.
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This is the best survival book ever.
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I read this book at the perfect time in my life and it has stayed with me ever since.
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Just finished reading this book with my 10 year old daughter. We did not want it to end. It is slow at parts and can be meticulous in details, however, we thoroughly enjoyed the book and visited a few websites about San Nicholas Islands, of which the book is about. Great story and wonderful bonding experience.
Terri E. (This is still one of my all time favorite books. I just re-read it for the first time in about 25 years. I first encountered this story when I was in 4th grade. It is easy to understand and very heart-felt. A classic. I would recommend it to any young reader (and even older readers). I remember crying the first time I read it. I didn't cry this time but it still touched me emotionally. Its a beautiful story. I found it fascinating to read up on the history/facts behind this story--made it all the more endearing. I highly recommend it!
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Heather H. (Oh, this is a wonderful story. I loved it as much as my children.
Shanna V. (I read this book in 6th grade & never ever forgot it. Wonderful!
Another fantastic book from Scott O'Dell. I've read this book probably 20 times
I loved this book! I have read it over and over. The author tells a great story and makes it easy to imagine the world that this girl is living in.
In the Pacific there is an island that looks like a big fish sunning itself in the sea. Around it, blue dolphins swim, otters play, and sea elephants and sea birds abound. Once, Indians also lived on the island. And when they left and sailed to the east, one young girl was left behind.
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