Book details

Tuck Everlasting

Center for Learning

Natalie Babbitt

Published in

1996

4.02

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Description

Tuck Everlasting follows the story of a 10-year-old girl, Winnie Foster, who stumbles upon the Tuck family, who have gained eternal life by drinking from a magical stream. Winnie must choose whether to return to her life or stay with the Tucks.

Age

10-14

Text complexity

intermediate

Length

73 pages

Book in series

#1

Why to read

It brings up deep philosophical questions.
It presents a unique blend of fantasy and reality.
It explores the concept of immortality in a new light.
The characters are well-developed and memorable.