Island of the Blue Dolphins

A survival story about Karana, a Native American girl who becomes stranded alone on San Nicolas Island off the California coast for 18 years. The novel follows her resourceful adaptation to island life, crafting tools and shelter while waiting for rescue, and is based on the true story of Juana Maria, a Nicoleño woman. The story explores themes of resilience, self-reliance, and the deep connection between humans and nature, while providing representation of Indigenous peoples and their relationship with the natural world.