Rourke Educational Media Nonfiction Companion: HatchetChildren's Book About Gary Paulsen's Real-Life Experiences Based Around Hatchet, Grades 5-9 (48 pgs) Reader (Nonfiction Companions)

HATCHET: This nonfiction companion to Hatchet explores many of the elements Brian Robeson encounters as he struggles to survive in the wilderness, including basic survival skills, the landscape, and common animals of the Canadian North Woods. A CLOSER LOOK: Get the facts about the dangers Brian faces in the Canadian North Woods and learn about foraging, fishing without gear, and how to start a fire without matches. Would you have what it takes to survive on your own? NONFICTION COMPANIONS: This series of 48-page books takes popular, grade-appropriate fiction titles and provides a more in-depth understanding of them. Also includes a glossary and before- and after-reading activities for home or the classroom! BENEFITS: Students will love to take a closer look at books that are already familiar to them, reading about the histories, author backgrounds, and real-life facts surrounding books they know and love! WHY ROURKE: Since 1980, we've been committed to bringing out the best non-fiction books to help you bring out the best in your young learners. Our carefully crafted topics encourage all students who are "learning to read" and "reading to learn"! Book Features: 48 pages, 7 inches x 9 inches Ages 10-15, Grades 5-9 leveled readers Easy-to-read pages with vibrant photos Features before, during, and after reading activities Vocabulary, glossary, and writing prompts included The Magic of Reading: Introduce children to the magic of reading by learning about the real story and struggles author Gary Paulsen endured that inspired his book Hatchet. Hands-On Reading: In this nonfiction companion to the popular novel Hatchet, you'll learn about the author's real-life experiences that are the basis of the novel. Learn about the real dangers of the Canadian North Woods, foraging, and more! Features: More than just an engaging story full of interesting facts about the Canadian Woods and Gary Paulsens personal endeavors, the kids book also features reading activities, vocabulary, and writing prompts for added reading engagement. Leveled Books: Vibrant photos and leveled text work together to engage children and promote reading comprehension skills. This nonfiction book engages 5th-9th grade readers with fun facts and engaging topics like surviving in the wilderness. Why Rourke Educational Media: Since 1980, Rourke Publishing Company has specialized in publishing engaging and diverse non-fiction and fiction books for children in a wide range of subjects that support reading success on a level that has no limits. "When Brian Robeson goes to visit his dad in Canada, the last thing he expects is that his plane will crash and he'll be stranded in the wilderness. In this nonfiction companion to the popular novel, you'll learn about the author's harrowing real-life experiences that are the basis of the novel. Get the facts about the dangers Brian faces in the Canadian North Woods and learn about foraging, fishing without gear, and how to start a fire without matches. Would you have what it takes to survive on your own?"