Books about Survival
Award winning
Robinson Crusoe
Defoe Daniel, Daniel Defoe, 1719
272 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled classic, boosts interest in exploration.
Encourages resilience and resourcefulness in tough situations.
Introduces universal themes of survival and independence.
Ideal for fostering imagination and curiosity.

Robinson Crusoe
Defoe Daniel, Daniel Defoe, 1719
The Fire
Juliana Suffron, 2021
80 pages
Why to read
Engaging storyline ignites children's imagination.
Characters exemplify courage and teamwork.
Encourages resourcefulness and adaptive thinking.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

The Fire
Juliana Suffron, 2021
Award winning
The Swiss Family Robinson or, Adventures on a Desert Island
Jean Rudolph Wyss, Johann David Wyss, 1999
288 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled narrative fosters curiosity and exploration.
Family-centered story enhances bonding through shared reading.
Illustrates resilience and resourcefulness in challenging situations.
Educational aspects intertwined with exciting survival tales.

The Swiss Family Robinson or, Adventures on a Desert Island
Jean Rudolph Wyss, Johann David Wyss, 1999
Award winning
Surviving the Wild: Rainbow the Koala
Remy Lai, 2024
112 pages
Why to read
Adventure-packed story aids in confidence-building.
Encourages empathy through Rainbow's unique challenges.
Supports comprehension and vocabulary expansion.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Surviving the Wild: Rainbow the Koala
Remy Lai, 2024
Award winning
Wild Life
Cynthia DeFelice, 2011
208 pages
Why to read
Adventure and resilience in nature's grand backdrop.
Enhances empathy through wildlife conservation themes.
Bolsters independence, problem-solving skills.
Engaging narrative encourages active reading.

Wild Life
Cynthia DeFelice, 2011
Award winning
The Wild Robot
Peter Brown, 2016
320 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled narrative fosters curiosity and exploration.
Engages young readers with themes of friendship and survival.
Illustrates the importance of adaptability and resilience.
Supports development of empathy through robotic character, Roz.

The Wild Robot
Peter Brown, 2016
Award winning
Robinson Crusoe — in Words of One Syllable
Daniel Defoe, Mary Godolphin, 2015
112 pages
Why to read
Simplified text for early readers' comprehension.
Sparks imagination with adventure and survival themes.
Encourages independence and resourcefulness.
Ideal for shared reading, enhancing parental bonds.

Robinson Crusoe — in Words of One Syllable
Daniel Defoe, Mary Godolphin, 2015
Award winning
The Choice
Edith Eger, 2017
289 pages
Why to read
Empowers resilience and personal growth.
Addresses overcoming adversity through relatable storytelling.
Inspires empathy and understanding in young readers.
Promotes psychological healing and self-liberation.
