About This Book
Reach for this book when your child feels overly dependent on technology or struggles with a lack of self-confidence in their own physical abilities. It is an ideal choice for a middle-schooler who needs to see a peer transition from a sheltered life to one of grit and self-reliance. The story follows fifteen-year-old Peter, who is stranded in the Idaho wilderness after a plane crash and must survive a brutal winter with an elderly hermit. Beyond the adventure, the book explores the profound emotional shift from being a 'city kid' who waits for help to becoming a young man who takes charge of his own survival. It is a realistic, secular coming-of-age story that emphasizes the importance of patience, hard work, and the bond between generations. It is most appropriate for ages 10 to 14, providing a roadmap for developing resilience in the face of isolation.
