Winner of the california young reader medal, downriver was an american bookseller pick of the lists. Chosen by the american library association as one of the one hundred best of the best young adult books of the past 25 years, downriver will captivate young readers with its heady dose of excitement, entertainment, and suspense. Will hobbs is the awardwinning author of nineteen novels, including far north, crossing the wire, and take me to the river. Seven of his novelsbearstone, downriver, the big wander, beardance, far north, the maze, and jasons goldwere named best books for young adults by the american library association. Seven of his novels, bearstone, downriver, the big wander, beardance, far north, the maze, and jasons gold, were named best books for young adults by the american library association. Whitewater canoeing, outward bound schools, wilderness survival, fiction. Will hobbs is the author of twenty novels for upper elementary, middle school and young adult readers, as well as two picture book stories.
Downriver mass market paperback june 1, 1992 by will hobbs author. Fifteenyearold jessie is angry with her father for sending her on an outdoor survival program for troubled teens. Audiobook excerpt narrated by christina moore created by recorded books listen to the recording 03. Downriver is an adventure novel written by will hobbs. Fifteenyearold jessie joins a group of troubled teenagers in an outdoor education program called discovery unlimited. I had to stop right here because im saving it for part 2, 3, 4, all part i can take. But when disaster strikes, nick is forced to survive. Listen to downriver audiobook by will hobbs and christina. Downriver book by will hobbs official publisher page. Mar 30, 1991 downriver is an adventure novel written by will hobbs. Will hobbs is the author of many outdoor adventure novels for upper elementary, middle school, and young adult readers, as well as a few picture book stories. Apr 19, 2019 i had to stop right here because im saving it for part 2, 3, 4, all part i can take. The river book series by will hobbs includes books downriver and river thunder laurel leaf books. Downriver ebook by will hobbs 9781442445482 rakuten kobo.
Will hobbs s classic tale of whitewater adventure is back in print with an exciting new look. The story, rife with adventure, explores the meaning of friendship and leadership. Several of his novels have been named best books for young adults by the american library association, and ghost canoe, his first mystery, won the edgar allan poe award for best young adult mystery. Listen to downriver by will hobbs,christina moore for free with a 30 day free trial. Free downriver worksheets and literature unit for teachers. Listen to downriver by will hobbs available from rakuten kobo. Will hobbs uses setting, conflict, and characters to complete the story. Downriver audio cd january 1, 1997 by will hobbs author. But to do this they need to get rid of al, their camp counselor at discovery unlimited. Theres more to troy, their selfimposed leader, than any of them could have predicted. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read downriver. A graduate of stanford university and former language arts teacher, he. Get this book free when you sign up for a 30day trial. Downriver won praise from readers across the country as well as many awards.
Sent to an outdoor survival camp for troubled teens, 15yearold jessie and her six companions borrow their instructors gear and attempt the dangerous colorado river through the grand canyon on. Seven of his novels have been named best books for young adults by the american library association, and ghost canoe, will s first mystery, won the edgar allan poe national. Downriver audiobook free downriver free go books slideshare. His novel downriver was chosen as one of the alas 100 best of the best books of the past 25 years. Start a free 30day trial today and get your first audiobook free. Downriver audiobook by will hobbs 9781440756603 rakuten. Downriver by will hobbs and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. How does the book downriver by will hobbs end answers. Downriver by will hobbs, 1992, bantam edition, in english.
Will hobbs is the awardwinning author of many popular adventure stories for young readers, including bearstone and beardance. Will hobbs is the author of eighteen novels for young readers, as well as two picture book stories. Will hobbs is the awardwinning author of several novels, including the avon titles bearstone, kokopellis flute, and far north, and the american library association has recognized four of wills novels as best books for young adults. Fifteenyearold jessie joins a group of troubled teenagers in an outdoor education program called discovery. Downriver audiobook free downriver free go books written by. Downriver has been nominated for state awards in texas, utah, california, colorado, nebraska, maryland, virginia, and washington. After fifteenyearold jessie gets sent to discovery unlimited, an outdoor education program, she and six companions borrow the companys rafting gear and take off down the colorado river through the grand canyon on their own. Get 50% off this audiobook at the audiobooksnow online audio book store and download or stream it right to your computer, smartphone or tablet. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or. With river thunder, hobbs draws from his own whitewater experience to craft another riveting wilderness adventure full of lifelike detail. Written by will hobbs, audiobook narrated by christina moore. But when disaster strikes, nick is forced to survive alone in a.
See the complete river series book list in order, box sets or omnibus editions, and companion titles. Hobbs novels have been recommended for young adults. Listen to downriver audiobook by will hobbs, narrated by christina moore. Stream and download audiobooks to your computer, tablet or mobile phone. He wrote a long and interesting story about a young girl at a camp that goes on a long hike with her friends and they all have a big adventure together. With christina moores dramatic narration, you will hear the river thunder and shiver with excitement right along with jessie.
Seven of his novels have been named best books for young adults by the american library association, and ghost canoe, wills first mystery, won the edgar allan poe national. When the group recklessly decides to stage its own whitewater rafting trip, jessie learns more than she expected about her own abilitie. Read downriver by will hobbs available from rakuten kobo. They get rid of him when he goes into a supply store at bluff. Will hobbs is the awardwinning author of nineteen novels, including far north, crossing the wire, and take. A group of very different kids, each with their own problems and hangups, has to work together to survive. In hobbs downriver a group of teenagers get excited when troy, the selfabsorbed leader brings up the idea of rafting the grand canyon. Confused about her life back home and unsure of herself, she is drawn to the powerful personality of a teammate, the charismatic troy. His picture book, beardream, illustrated by jill kastner, is a companion to these novels.
Jun 12, 2009 listen to downriver audiobook by will hobbs. The characters learn that nature brings people together and can change a persons outlook on life. Will hobbss classic tale of whitewater adventure is back in print with an exciting new look. During the story, they all get to know and connect with each other. Downriver by will hobbs overdrive rakuten overdrive. Downriver will captivate young readers with its heady dose of excitement, entertainment, and suspense. Young adult books of the 20th century includes two of wills titles. Listen to unlimited audiobooks on the web, ipad, iphone and android. Browse will hobbss bestselling audiobooks and newest titles. Best books for young adults, american library association ala alas 100 best of the best young adult books of the past 25 years alas 100 best of the best young adult books of the 20th century quick picks for reluctant young adult readers ala pick of the lists, american booksellers. See the progress your students make while they are reading. Signin to download and listen to this audiobook today. Will hobbs adventure novels set in the great outdoors have garnered a slew of awards, including numerous selections as ala best books for young adults.
Fifteenyearold jessie and the other rebellious teenage members of a wilderness survival school team abandon. Downriver worksheets and literature unit by will hobbs grades 68 daily reading journal go beyond a simple book report. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Will hobbs is the author of eighteen exciting outdoor adventure novels for upper elementary, middle school and young adult readers, as well as two picture book stories.
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