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Children's Fiction Survival Stories

In the Wild!

by (author) Sofia Nordin

translated by Maria Lundin

Publisher
Groundwood Books Ltd
Initial publish date
May 2005
Category
Survival Stories, Bullying, Camping & Outdoor Activities
Recommended Age
10 to 12
Recommended Grade
5 to 7
Recommended Reading age
10 to 12
  • Paperback / softback

    ISBN
    9780888996633
    Publish Date
    May 2005
    List Price
    $8.95

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Where to buy it

Out of print

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Description

The last thing Amanda wants is to spend a week in the forest with her classmates, who have spent the past year making her life miserable. But it's the school adventure week and she has no choice. When her boat overturns on a whitewater rafting course that is supposed to be the highlight of the trip, Amanda and Philip, the class bully, are separated from the rest of the class and nearly drown. Cold and confused, they manage to scramble ashore to safety, beginning a week-long struggle for survival.

Swedish author Sofia Nordin has written a thoughtful, gripping and realistic account of a battle for survival against all the odds.

About the authors

Sofia Nordin studied at the University of Stockholm and is an occasional math and science teacher. She lives in Stockholm, Sweden.

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Maria Lundin has translated several books from Swedish to English. She lives in Toronto, Ontario.

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Editorial Reviews

...an exciting library choice...

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Well written and a lightning-fast read, this contemporary tale of physical and emotional survival is a worthy addition to most collections and a good recommendation for reluctant readers.

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