The classic novel, Bridge to Terabithia, a Newbery Medal Award winning book, is about fifth grader Jesse Aarons’ goal to be the greatest runner out of all his classmates, but when new student Leslie Burke comes, she is faster than everyone. However, Jesse and Leslie are able to form a friendship, and shortly after they uncover a magical kingdom in the forest, which they claim for themselves as their secret hiding place, Terabithia. Ruling over Terabithia as king and queen, their friendship prospers, ending tragically with the death of Leslie. The tone of the story is informal and somewhat conversational. The main theme is friendship, but also childhood and individuality come up. One motif seen throughout the reading is gender roles, how there are expectations of Jesse. Bridge to Terabithia is a good book for children between the age of 9 and 12, although I liked it and I am 20! It teaches a valuable lesson through friendship and the power of Terabithia; after Leslie dies, Jesse is challenged to find his true identity. There are a few black and white illustrations spread throughout the pages of the book that help trigger your imagination as you read the book.
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