“Summary: This story is about a girl who lives on an island with her tribe. The tribe has a lot of problems with people who come to their island. At one point the tribe is being taken by white people but the girl and her brother stay behind. The story then describes the way that the brother and sister strive to survive on the island.Reason Chosen: I remember reading this story when I was in school and I thought it was great. I thought it was so neat how the brother and sister were striving to survive. I absolutely loved it and think everyone would enjoy reading it as well.Use in Classroom: I think this story is one you can use both as a read aloud as well as a read along book. The story is interesting and can get the students involved when listening as well as enjoy the story when reading it by themselves. ”
“this book is really well written, a very good book.”
“this book is amazing ”
“this book is sad”
“In Santa Barbara, California, you can visit the original Santa Barbara Mission. The real woman who inspired the story of Island of the Blue Dolphins is buried there, and you can learn about her true story. It is a very meaningful experience for anyone who, like me, has always been haunted by this book.”
“This book is still one of my favorites, and I will always be captivated by it. Zia was not nearly as good, but I recommend reading it anyway, just so you have the whole story.”
“I read this book as a child and went back and re-read it. I still love it!”
“This book is so cool!!!!!! I really loved the plot!!!!”
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“this is a very great book and I really want to read ZIA”
