Touching Spirit Bear by Ben Mikaelsen (English) Paperback Book

Description: Touching Spirit Bear by Ben Mikaelsen An award-winning tale of a juvenile offenders banishment at the hands of Native American Justice now includes reading group guide questions and an interview with the author. Ages 12+. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description In his Nautilus Award-winning classic Touching Spirit Bear, author Ben Mikaelson delivers a powerful coming-of-age story of a boy who must overcome the effects that violence has had on his life.After severely injuring Peter Driscal in an empty parking lot, mischief-maker Cole Matthews is in major trouble. But instead of jail time, Cole is given another option: attend Circle Justice, an alternative program that sends juvenile offenders to a remote Alaskan Island to focus on changing their ways. Desperate to avoid prison, Cole fakes humility and agrees to go.While there, Cole is mauled by a mysterious white bear and left for dead. Thoughts of his abusive parents, helpless Peter, and his own anger cause him to examine his actions and seek redemption—from the spirit bear that attacked him, from his victims, and, most importantly, from himself.Ben Mikaelsen paints a vivid picture of a juvenile offender, examining the roots of his anger without absolving him of responsibility for his actions, and questioning a society in which angry people make victims of their peers and communities. Touching Spirit Bear is a poignant testimonial to the power of a pain that can destroy, or lead to healing.A strong choice for independent reading, sharing in the classroom, homeschooling, and book groups. Back Cover Will the attack of the Spirit Bear destroy Coles life or save his soul? Cole Matthews has been fighting, stealing, and raising hell for years. So his punishment for beating Peter Driscal senseless is harsh. Given a choice between prison and Native American Circle Justice, Cole chooses Circle Justice: Hell spend one year in complete isolation on a remote Alaskan island. In the first days of his banishment, Cole is mauled by a mysterious white bear and nearly dies. Now theres no one left to save Cole, but Cole himself. Author Biography Ben Mikaelsen is the winner of the International Reading Association Award and the Western Writers of America Spur Award. His novels have been nominated for and won many state readers choice awards. These novels include Red Midnight, Rescue Josh McGuire, Sparrow Hawk Red, Stranded, Countdown, Petey, and Tree Girl. Bens articles and photos appear in numerous magazines around the world. Ben lives near Bozeman, Montana, with his 700-pound black bear, Buffy. Review "Mikaelsens portrayal of this angry, manipulative, damaged teen is dead on." -- School Library Journal (starred review)"[Coles] solitary life on the island is just the ticket for Paulsen fans, who will appreciate the survival story." -- The Bulletin"Mikaelsen paints a realistic portrait of an unlikable young punk." -- Kirkus Reviews"An excellent companion to Gary Paulsens Hatchet and Allan Eckerts Incident at Hawks Hill." -- ALA Booklist"[Coles story] will fascinate young and old, and have everyone waiting for the sequel." -- Voice of Youth Advocates (VOYA) Review Quote "Mikaelsens portrayal of this angry, manipulative, damaged teen is dead on." -- School Library Journal (starred review) "[Coles] solitary life on the island is just the ticket for Paulsen fans, who will appreciate the survival story." -- The Bulletin "Mikaelsen paints a realistic portrait of an unlikable young punk." -- Kirkus Reviews "An excellent companion to Gary Paulsens Hatchet and Allan Eckerts Incident at Hawks Hill." -- ALA Booklist "[Coles story] will fascinate young and old, and have everyone waiting for the sequel." -- Voice of Youth Advocates (VOYA) Details ISBN0060734000 Author Ben Mikaelsen Pages 320 Edition Description Rack Language English ISBN-10 0060734000 ISBN-13 9780060734008 Media Book Format Paperback Year 2005 Imprint HarperCollins Country of Publication United States Birth 1952 Short Title TOUCHING SPIRIT BEAR RACK/E Audience Age 8-12 Series Spirit Bear Place of Publication New York, NY DOI 10.1604/9780060734008 Series Number 1 UK Release Date 2005-01-04 US Release Date 2005-01-04 Publisher HarperCollins Publishers Inc Publication Date 2005-01-04 Alternative 9780062009685 DEWEY 813 Audience Children / Juvenile AU Release Date 2004-12-14 NZ Release Date 2005-03-17 Imprint US HarperCollins Publisher US HarperCollins We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:6536052;

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