Stranded in the Mojave Desert

by Ailynn Collins, Syd Fini (Illustrator)

Overview

Twelve-year-old Wendy is enjoying a beautiful hike in Joshua Tree National Park with her older sister and a friend, and her dog, Marshmallow. At least, she is trying to enjoy it. The older girls are in a hurry, while Wendy wants to stop and look at every plant and vista. Then, Marshmallow darts after a critter. Wendy chases him—and soon realizes they are lost. Alone in the Mojave Desert, Wendy faces blistering temperatures, a deadly snake, and the challenges of finding food and water. She must use her wits to recall facts about the desert that will keep her alive until her rescuers come . . . but will they find her in time? This exciting fictional adventure will have readers cheering for Wendy to stay strong.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781669085928
Publisher:	Capstone
Publication date:	01/01/2025
Series:	Wilderness Survival
Pages:	112
Product dimensions:	5.25(w) x 7.50(h) x 0.00(d)
Age Range:	8 - 12 Years

About the Author

Ailynn Collins learned a lot about writing from her teachers at Hamline University in St. Paul, MN. She has always loved reading science fiction stories about other worlds and strange aliens. She enjoys creating new characters and worlds for her stories, as well as envisioning what the future might look like. When not writing, Collins enjoys spending her spare time reading and playing board games with her family. She lives near Seattle, Washington, with her husband and loveable dogs.

Interviews

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