Bridge to Terabithia CD

Paterson, Katherine

ISBN 10: 0060758333 ISBN 13: 9780060758332

Publisher: HarperFestival, 2005

Synopsis

Jess Aarons' greatest ambition is to be the fastest runner in his grade. He's been practicing all summer and can't wait to see his classmates' faces when he beats them all. But on the first day of school, a new girl boldly crosses over to the boys' side and outruns everyone.

That's not a very promising beginning for a friendship, but Jess and Leslie Burke become inseparable. Together, they create Terabithia, a magical kingdom in the woods where the two of them reign as king and queen, and their imaginations set the only limits. Then one morning a terrible tragedy occurs. Only when Jess is able to come to grips with this tragedy does he finally understand the strength and courage Leslie has given him.

Performed by Robert Sean Leonard

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Review:

The story starts out simply enough: Jess Aarons wants to be the fastest boy in the fifth grade--he wants it so bad he can taste it. He's been practising all summer, running in the fields around his farmhouse until he collapses in a sweat. Then a tomboy named Leslie Burke moves into the farmhouse next door and changes his life forever. Not only does Leslie not look or act like any girls Jess knows, but she also turns out to be the fastest runner in the fifth grade. After getting over the shock and humiliation of being beaten by a girl, Jess begins to think Leslie might be alright.

Despite their superficial differences, it's clear that Jess and Leslie are soul mates. The two create a secret kingdom in the woods named Terabithia, where the only way to get into the castle is by swinging out over a gully on an enchanted rope. Here they reign as king and queen, fighting off imaginary giants and the walking dead, sharing stories and dreams, and plotting against the schoolmates who tease them. Jess and Leslie find solace in the sanctuary of Terabithia until a tragedy strikes and the two are separated forever. In a style that is both plain and powerful, Katherine Paterson's characters will stir your heart and put a lump in your throat.

Review:

"Eloquent and assured."-- "The Kirkus Reviews."

Set in contemporary rural America, the story is one of remarkable richness and depth, beautifully written. --The Horn Book"

Eloquent and assured. --Kirkus Reviews"

15 Banned Books Every Tween and Teen Should Read--Brightly.com

"Set in contemporary rural America, the story is one of remarkable richness and depth, beautifully written."--The Horn Book

"Eloquent and assured."--Kirkus Reviews

-Set in contemporary rural America, the story is one of remarkable richness and depth, beautifully written.---The Horn Book

-Eloquent and assured.---Kirkus Reviews

About this edition

• Publisher: HarperFestival
• Publication date: 2005
• ISBN 10: 0060758333
• ISBN 13: 9780060758332
• Binding: Audio CD
• Number of pages: 4