About This Book
Reach for this book when you have a middle schooler who is a 'striving reader' or struggles with dyslexia but craves mature, high stakes content. It is often difficult to find books that respect a 12 year old's intelligence and interest in gritty realism while keeping the vocabulary accessible. This collection features three historical survival stories where young protagonists face off against sharks, lions, and bears. Beyond the thrill of the hunt, the book emphasizes the mental fortitude and quick thinking required to survive against the odds. It is a fantastic tool for building reading confidence because it focuses on morphology and decodable text without ever feeling 'babyish.' The themes of bravery and resilience provide a great opening to discuss how we handle fear in our own lives.
