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Gary Paulsen

Woodsong

Gary PaulsenNonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Middle Grade | Published in 1990

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Gary Paulsen

Woodsong

Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Middle Grade | Published in 1990
Book Details
Pages

144

Format

Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction

Setting

Alaskan Wilderness • 1980s

Publication Year

1990

Audience

Middle grade

Recommended Reading Age

10-14 years

Lexile Level

1030L

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Super Short Summary

Published in 1991, the adventure biography Woodsong recounts novelist Gary Paulsen’s experiences as a dogsled driver, including his participation in the Iditarod race across Alaska. He describes the hard-won lessons he learns, the strange and wondrous things he witnesses, and the love and admiration he feels for the dogs he trains with. Certain episodes in the story contain extreme violence involving wild animals.

Adventurous

Inspirational

Contemplative

Challenging

Emotional

Reviews & Readership

4.3

4,652 ratings

75%

Loved it

19%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Reviews of Gary Paulsen's Woodsong highlight its engaging storytelling and vivid portrayal of sled dog racing. Readers appreciate Paulsen's firsthand insights and descriptive narrative. However, some find the pacing inconsistent and a few anecdotal sections less compelling. Overall, it's praised for its authenticity and adventure, appealing to outdoor enthusiasts.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Woodsong?

Readers who relish survival stories, deep connections with nature, and character-driven narratives will enjoy Woodsong by Gary Paulsen. Fans of Hatchet and Brian's Winter will appreciate its vivid storytelling and introspective journey through the Alaskan wilderness, making it ideal for middle-grade to young adult audiences seeking adventure and self-discovery.

4.3

4,652 ratings

75%

Loved it

19%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

144

Format

Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction

Setting

Alaskan Wilderness • 1980s

Publication Year

1990

Audience

Middle grade

Recommended Reading Age

10-14 years

Lexile Level

1030L

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