Surviving a Canyon: Aron Ralston
Surviving a Canyon: Aron Ralston
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Just the Series: They Survived (Alternator Books)   

Series and Publisher: They Survived (Alternator Books)   

Annotation: Aron Ralston went for a normal hike on a normal day, but he slipped, got stuck in a canyon for five days, and wound up amputating his own arm to survive.
Genre: [Biographies]
 
Reviews: 2
Catalog Number: #176648
Format: Library Binding
Copyright Date: 2019
Edition Date: 2019 Release Date: 01/01/19
Pages: 32 pages
ISBN: 1-541-52351-2
ISBN 13: 978-1-541-52351-7
Dewey: 921
LCCN: 2017041219
Dimensions: 24 cm.
Language: English
Reviews:
ALA Booklist (Wed May 01 00:00:00 CDT 2019)

The series They Survived (6 titles) quickly pulls readers into unfathomable situations overcome by individuals both past and present. A brief introduction will have kids holding their breath as they turn the pages to learn about these amazing individuals and the hardships they endured. Readers will become part of Aron Ralston's fight for survival in Surviving a Canyon when his arm becomes pinned between a boulder and the canyon wall. Told in a fast-paced, exciting tone and filled with well-chosen photographs, these titles afford readers a realistic glimpse into the lives of incredible individuals and will inspire them to face their own hardships with resilience and hope. Titles include pages detailing survival gear used, such as a sextant when navigating (Surviving Antarctica) and a hydration pack (Surviving a Canyon), as well as recommendations for surviving deadly situations.

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Bibliography Index/Note: Includes bibliographical references and index.
Reading Level: 5.0
Interest Level: 3-6
Lexile: 880L

Aron Ralston went for a normal hike on a normal day. But he slipped, got stuck in a canyon for five days, and wound up amputating his own arm to survive. Filled with suspense as well as information about hiking and survival, this gripping, true tale will attract adventure-seekers.


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