book review by Anzhela Page

The Island of the Blue Dolphins, written by Scott O'Dell, is based on a true story. It is about an Indian girl named Karana who is left behind when her tribe leaves the island and she then survives alone on the island for eighteen years. While on the island, she hunts for food, builds shelter, makes clothing, and finally makes friends with the wild dogs even though they killed her brother. The story ends when a ship sailed by Captain Nidever and Father Gonzales arrives and brings her to Santa Barbara Mission in California. I recommend this book because it tells about survival and personal discovery. Plus, it is full of unusual adventure and natural beauty. This book would be best for readers nine years old and up.