Survivor Girl
Survivor Girl by Erin Teagan is a middle grade novel published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt in 2019, featuring 336 pages in English. The story follows 12-year-old Ali, who is thrilled to be invited to join her father on his reality show, Survivor Guy. As she navigates the complexities of family dynamics and self-reliance, Ali quickly discovers that the show is more than just a camera and her dad; it involves a large crew and elaborate setups. When a wildfire disrupts their plans, Ali and two other kids must confront real survival challenges.
Readers will find a blend of humor and action as Ali learns to work with her friends while facing the realities of her father’s celebrity status. The narrative incorporates themes of survival, family, and personal growth, along with subtle elements related to body image and divorce. This engaging tale captures the essence of adventure and the importance of teamwork in overcoming obstacles, making it a relatable read for young audiences interested in action and adventure stories.
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In this funny, action-packed middle grade novel from the author of the American Girl Luciana books, Alison gets invited to be on her dad’s reality show, Survivor Guy, and faces important realities about her family, self-reliance, and learning to work together with friends.
12-year-old Ali adores her reality-show celebrity father, Survivor Guy, and hopes to follow in his footsteps. But when he invites her on location, Ali is sure she won’t survive one episode . . . until she learns the truth: The show isn’t just her dad and a camera. It’s a huge crew and set, with stunt doubles When a wildfire strikes and Ali and two other kids miss the last rescue helicopter, suddenly, the fight for survival is real. Will she find the self-confidence she needs so they can work together and get out of the wilderness alive?
STEM themes and plot strands about body image and divorce are subtly woven into this page-turning tale.
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