Island of the Blue Dolphins

Island of the Blue Dolphins

by Scott O'Dell

Age Range
8-12 years
Reading Level
Advanced Reader
Category
Middle Grade
Pages
184
Published
1960
ISBN
978-0547328614

About This Book

Based on a true story, twelve-year-old Karana is stranded alone on a Pacific island after her tribe leaves and her brother is killed by wild dogs. Over eighteen years, she builds shelter, makes weapons, tames animals, and survives — finding strength and peace in her solitude and connection to nature.

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