Hatchet
by Gary Paulsen · Brian's Saga
The survival classic that turns reluctant readers into book lovers
Our Take
Teacher-favored survival classic: strong classroom utility and cross-curricular reach outpace kid excitement. Kids enjoy the adventure but miss humor; parents value the writing craft.
✓ Perfect for
- • Kids aged 10-13 who love outdoor adventure
- • survival stories
- • or need a book that proves fiction can be as gripping as a video game. Especially effective for reluctant readers and boys who resist reading.
Book facts
- Format
- middle grade novel
- ISBN
- 9781416936473
- Series
- Brian's Saga
- Illustration
- none
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