Hatchet

The novel Hatchet by Gary Paulsen tells the story of thirteen-year-old Brian Robeson, whose plane crash-lands in the forest. As the only survivor, Brian must learn to survive using nothing but a hatchet and his own instincts. With this content pack, students can recreate the book’s key scenes. Additional exercises could include identifying the internal and external conflicts, analyzing character traits, describing mood and tone, and defining key vocabulary. Apply the keyword #hatchet to show all content from this pack in the Comic Maker.

Curriculum Connections:

  • Wit & Wisdom (K-8) — Wit & Wisdom in Sync, Grade 4 Module 2.
  • Study Sync ELA (6-12) — StudySync, Grade 6 Unit 1.
  • Into Literature (6-12)