Island of the Blue Dolphins

Scott O’Dell’s Newbery Medal-winning classic is a gripping tale of survival, strength, and courage. Based on the true story of Nicole an 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 otters 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 have 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.

Product Details

ISBN: 9780547328614
Categories: Children’s Fiction
Publisher: Clarion Books

Author: Scott O’Dell
Illustrator: Ted Lewin
Format: Paperback
Page Count: 192
Age: 8-12
Size 5.12 x 0.44 x 7.62 inches

Weight: 5.6 ounces