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My Side of the Mountain Paperback – May 21, 2001
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Sam Gribley is terribly unhappy living in New York City with his family, so he runs away to the Catskill Mountains to live in the woods—all by himself. With only a penknife, a ball of cord, forty dollars, and some flint and steel, he intends to survive on his own. Sam learns about courage, danger, and independence during his year in the wilderness, a year that changes his life forever.
“An extraordinary book . . . It will be read year after year.”
—The Horn Book
- Print length208 pages
- LanguageEnglish
- Grade level3 - 7
- Lexile measure810L
- Dimensions7.9 x 5.02 x 0.5 inches
- PublisherPuffin Books
- Publication dateMay 21, 2001
- ISBN-109780141312422
- ISBN-13978-0141312422
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Jean Craighead George (1919–2012) was the author of more than 100 beloved books for young people, including the Newbery Award–winning Julie of the Wolves , the Newbery Honor–winningMy Side of the Mountain, On the Far Side of the Mountain, and Frightful's Mountain . She was a lifetime naturalist and a household name. Her website can be found at www.jeancraigheadgeorge.com.
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- ASIN : 0141312424
- Publisher : Puffin Books; 1st edition (May 21, 2001)
- Language : English
- Paperback : 208 pages
- ISBN-10 : 9780141312422
- ISBN-13 : 978-0141312422
- Reading age : 8+ years, from customers
- Lexile measure : 810L
- Grade level : 3 - 7
- Item Weight : 2.31 pounds
- Dimensions : 7.9 x 5.02 x 0.5 inches
- Best Sellers Rank: #2,188 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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Jean Craighead George was born in a family of naturalists. Her father, mother, brothers, aunts and uncles were students of nature. On weekends they camped in the woods near their Washington, D.C. home, climbed trees to study owls, gathered edible plants and made fish hooks from twigs. Her first pet was a turkey vulture. In third grade she began writing and hasn't stopped yet. She has written over 100 books.Her book, Julie of the Wolves won the prestigious Newbery Medal, the American Library Association's award for the most distinguished contribution to literature for children, l973. My Side of the Mountain, the story of a boy and a falcon surviving on a mountain together, was a 1960 Newbery Honor Book. She has also received 20 other awards.She attended Penn State University graduating with a degree in Science and Literature. In the 1940s she was a reporter for The Washington Post and a member of the White House Press Corps. After her children were born she returned to her love of nature and brought owls, robins, mink, sea gulls, tarantulas - 173 wild animals into their home and backyard. These became characters in her books and, although always free to go, they would stay with the family until the sun changed their behavior and they migrated or went off to seek partners of their own kind.When her children, Twig, Craig and Luke, were old enough to carry their own backpacks, they all went to the animals. They climbed mountains, canoed rivers, hiked deserts. Her children learned about nature and Jean came home and to write books. Craig and Luke are now environmental scientists and Twig writes children's books, too.One summer Jean learned that the wolves were friendly, lived in a well-run society and communicated with each other in wolf talk -- sound, sight, posture, scent and coloration. Excited to learn more, she took Luke and went to the Naval Arctic Research Laboratory in Barrow, Alaska, where scientists were studying this remarkable animal. She even talked to the wolves in their own language. With that Julie of the Wolves was born. A little girl walking on the vast lonesome tundra outside Barrow, and a magnificent alpha male wolf, leader of a pack in Denali National Park were the inspiration for the characters in the book. Years later, after many requests from her readers, she wrote the sequels, Julie and Julie's Wolf Pack.She is still traveling and coming home to write. In the last decade she has added two beautiful new dimensions to her words beautiful full-color picture book art by Wendell Minor and others and - music. Jean is collaborating with award-winning composer, Chris Kubie to bring the sounds of nature to her words.
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Customers find the book an engaging adventure story that captures their imagination. They describe it as a good read for kids and adults alike, with easy-to-imagine settings and characters. The book provides a good introduction to survival skills and gives insight on how to live free and off the land. Many customers appreciate the straightforward writing style and simplicity of the book. The fantasy of living in a tree is also mentioned as a positive aspect. Overall, customers find the book a satisfying read that inspires them to explore nature.
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Customers enjoy the adventure story. They find it informative, with spectacular imagery that invokes a sense of wonder. The book keeps readers interested even as adults. It provides a learning experience and creates a mental escape to the mountains. Readers appreciate the suspense and how it teaches how to live in the wild.
"...When reading this story, one can learn skills right along with the main character, from cooking with herbs and plants to making fire efficiently...." Read more
"...This story it amazing, it holds up will with time, even though it was written many years ago...." Read more
"...Great story well told!" Read more
"This has become my 8 year old daughter's favorite book! Adventure, survival, animal and human connections....it's great!..." Read more
Customers find the book enjoyable for all ages. They say it's creative and one of the best adventure stories for school-age or young adults. Readers appreciate that the book doesn't talk down to young audiences and is perfect for people who like wilderness survival stories.
"One of my favorite books as a kid and now one of my 11 year olds favorite books." Read more
"...and it shows its age a bit, but overall it's a fun book to read, even for adults...." Read more
"Good getaway from city life! This book is perfect for people that like wilderness survival stories with bushcraft and falconry." Read more
"...a story about being successful at it, and then realizing it's ok to want your family!" Read more
Customers enjoy the book's imagination. They find it down-to-earth with no violence or murders. The writing and characters are well-received. The imagery is lovely and easy to picture, making the story an inspiration for readers.
"...It's a young adult book so it is a very fast, simple read...." Read more
"...We read it together and, in My opinion, it was well written but dry at times...." Read more
"...I love My Side of the Mountain and think it is a very clean book...." Read more
"The book was very imaginary and fun. I would recommend it for everyone but especially people from 8 to 13." Read more
Customers enjoy the book's survival skills. They find it a good introduction to the skills, with recipes and information on what you need to survive. The story inspires them to become self-sufficient and learn to be responsible for their own decisions.
"This has become my 8 year old daughter's favorite book! Adventure, survival, animal and human connections....it's great!..." Read more
"...to the deep forest and living alone in a hollowed out tree is powerful to a misfit kid...." Read more
"...his pet falcon, Frightful, surviving the Catskills and includes some helpful survival tips...." Read more
"It was a awesome book about survival and Sam Gibleys adventures. It tells recipes and different things you need to survive." Read more
Customers appreciate the book's value for money. They mention it arrived quickly, was in good condition, and had a good price.
"Great price for a great book. But does anyone know why customers are not allowed to purchase more than four copies of this book?..." Read more
"Read it back in grade school and now to my kiddo, inexpensive little paperback to bring with you on camping trips...." Read more
"Great copy of the book, brand new paper back in perfect condition. Great price, great tracking, great timing." Read more
"Son had to have a copy for school. Cheapest and quickest place to get one. Thanks." Read more
Customers find the book straightforward and relatable. They say it's written for young adults, but still a good read.
"...was a coming of age story about a teen boy, my daughter had no trouble relating to it...." Read more
"...It is simplistic as it is written for young adults but it still was a good read for me 42yo woman and my father liked it as well who is 81...." Read more
"My 4, 7 and 9 year old all enjoyed it! It was simple to understand but clever and entertaining for my husband and I. I was a little worried about..." Read more
"this book is excellent - a straight forward, charming, satisfying read, perfect for anyone dreaming of escaping to the woods...." Read more
Customers enjoy the book's nature themes. They mention that it inspires them to explore the outdoors and live in a tree. The book is perfect for anyone dreaming of escaping to the woods.
"...I loved all the ways he found to survive and even thrive in the wilderness." Read more
"...It’s easy to imagine being in the forest and living in the tree. We couldn’t wait to keep reading this book! Sad when it ended." Read more
"...Even my oldest son read this and inspired him to read and explore the woods and the country side around us...." Read more
"Bought this book for my 9 year old son! He loves hunting and all things outdoors. He says this is the best book he’s ever read!" Read more
Customers appreciate the book's durability. They say it holds up well, and they are still fascinated by the boy's resilience.
"...This story it amazing, it holds up will with time, even though it was written many years ago...." Read more
"...'m a bit befuddled by the adults in the story, but still fascinated by the boy's resilience." Read more
"...This is a timeless tale of a boy's perseverance and strength. His relationship with nature is beautiful and inspiring!..." Read more
"...Now I’m 30 reading it again and it still holds up. I recommend this book for everyone." Read more
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- Reviewed in the United States on December 11, 2024I read this story to my 5th and 6th grade boys. When finished with each chapter, they begged for me to read just one more chapter. It’s clear that the author has thoroughly researched the landscape of the Catskills Mountains. When reading this story, one can learn skills right along with the main character, from cooking with herbs and plants to making fire efficiently. Puts me in the mind of “Swiss Family Robinson”. Overall a captivating story from start to finish.
- Reviewed in the United States on November 22, 2024I work with special needs kids at a Junior high, so i am always looking for books that will attract kids to get them to read. I work right among mainstream kids too, so am try to get them to read more also. It is shocking how many kids, when required to read silently in class just fake it (probably half of my classes, in a suburban school).
I love this book! I read it as a pre-teen back in the day, and re-read it as an adult many years ago. I was shocked that our school library does not stock it, so i got a copy just to share. This story it amazing, it holds up will with time, even though it was written many years ago. I think all kids, boys or girls can relate to this survival story.
- Reviewed in the United States on December 6, 2024One of my favorite books as a kid and now one of my 11 year olds favorite books.
- Reviewed in the United States on December 31, 2024My kids (both son and daughter) loved this book and now we’ve bought copies for the grandkids. Great story well told!
- Reviewed in the United States on December 31, 2024I was a voracious reader when I was younger but I've gradually fallen out of the habit, and I'm trying to rekindle my love of books. After reading the fantastic Jupiter's Travels by Ted Simon, I wanted a short, simple palate cleanser before I dove into another long book.
I bought this book because many people mentioned that they had loved it when they were younger. It's a young adult book so it is a very fast, simple read. The plot is a little idealized, and it shows its age a bit, but overall it's a fun book to read, even for adults. Most importantly, it addresses the yearning for adventure that a lot of us still have.
I grew up camping and being in the outdoors, but a lot of the younger generation hasn't been as fortunate. This book will give some of them an idea why going out into the woods and forsaking modern conveniences can be fun. Or, it may just be an interesting story to read. Either way, this book is a winner.
- Reviewed in the United States on January 10, 2025I am a retired teacher and many years ago another teacher friend and I would read this book with our 5th graders. This book is great for teaching us how to live off the land. It is fiction but shows how to live without all of our daily conveniences at our fingertips.
- Reviewed in the United States on December 10, 2024I bought this for my 12 year old son. He couldn't put it down and finished in less than 5 days. He was instantly asking if we can get the 2nd book.
- Reviewed in the United States on December 12, 2024very fast service and product in excellent condition
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- Aron PalmerReviewed in Canada on October 23, 2024
5.0 out of 5 stars Looks great!
An all time favorite and very easy to read. This would like fall into a category for later primary grades to early high school.
- Mrs. J.A. ParkerReviewed in the United Kingdom on October 31, 2024
5.0 out of 5 stars Great read
Great book to read
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Client d'AmazonReviewed in France on September 1, 2022
5.0 out of 5 stars Très bon livre
D’habitude je n’aime pas lire, mais j’ai beaucoup apprécié ce livre. Il n’y a pas beaucoup d’action mais c’est très captivant.
- ElaHuguetReviewed in Spain on October 4, 2021
5.0 out of 5 stars One of my favourite books from my youth, and still a brilliant story today.
Recommended for any person who has ever considered running away to live in the wild, it will set the fires of your imagination crackling and ready to start packing your camping gear.
- AnjanaReviewed in India on December 4, 2018
5.0 out of 5 stars Fun and Engaging
If you ever want to know how to survive in a forest..Read it! It is fun and light read..