Hatchet

Author: Gary Paulsen

Title: Hatchet

Illustrator: NA

Readability: Grade level Equivalent: 6.3, Lexile Measure: 1020, DRA: 40

Genre: Adventure, Classics, Series

Theme: Canadian, Courage, Families and Social Structures, Divorce and Remarriage, Survival

Characters: Brian Robeson, Plane Pilot, Mother, Father

Awards: 1988 Newbery Honor, ALA Best Book for Young Readers, ALA Notable Book, Booklist Editors Choice, Notable Children's Trade Book in the Field of Social Studies, Winner of 11 State Awards

Publication: 1987

Publishing Company: Simon Pulse Paperbacks

ISBN:978-1416936473 

Summary: This is a story of a 14 year old boy living through the divorce of his parents.  He sets off on a trip to see his dad when the plane crashes.  This is a story of survival, and nature.  Brian must fend for himself, take care of himself, and live in the wilderness for a period of time.

Classroom Use:  This is a great story to complete a character analysis.  Brians character has so many emotions, trials, and tribulations.  This book has so many opportunities for students to learn.