Voyage of the Frog, The
by Gary Paulsen | Grades 6-8
The Voyage of the Frog by Gary Paulsen is an adventure following fourteen-year-old David, who sets sail alone on the sailboat "Frog" to fulfill his uncle's dying wish. What begins as a simple act of homage quickly turns into a high-stakes survival challenge when David encounters a powerful storm and is swept out to sea. Struggling against the elements and battling his own fears, David must muster all his courage and resourcefulness to find his way back to safety. Through this harrowing experience, he learns about resilience, self-reliance, and the true meaning of bravery.