Island of the Blue Dolphins: A Newbery Award Winner—A Gripping Tale of Survival

Island of the Blue Dolphins by Scott O’Dell is a Newbery Medal-winning classic about survival, courage, and resilience. Based on a true story, it follows Karana, a Nicoleño girl left alone on San Nicolas Island in the early 1800s. Over eighteen years, she battles wild dogs, evades hunters, and secures food, relying on her grit and resourcefulness. Her story inspires readers as a powerful testament to independence and perseverance