Brian Robeson, a thirteen-year-old from New York City, boards a plan headed from Hampton, New York to the Canadian north woods to visit his father. His parents' recent divorce weighs heavily on him, as does "The Secret" that his mother is having an affair. The pilot gives him a very brief flying lesson in which Brian has control of the plane for a few minutes. The pilot seems to be experiencing increasing pain in his shoulder, arm, and stomach. At first Brian does not think it is very serious, but as the pilot begins jerking in his seat it becomes clear that he is having a heart attack. The attack stops and the pilot is dead; Brian is forced to take over the controls. After a harrowing descent, the plane crashes into a lake in the Canadian woods, where Brian is stranded.  How will Brian survive?  Or will he?

In this 5-week novel study class, students will read the assigned chapters and then participate in meaningful discussions and assignments.  A novel study packet with outline will be provided after enrolling in the class.

Students must have their own copy of Hatchet by Gary Paulsen to participate. The book can be physical, digital, or audio, whichever your student prefers. *All reading must be done prior to each class, shown on the class outline below.  

Week 1
Read chapters 1 - 4

Week 2
Read chapters 5 - 9

Week 3 
Read chapters 10 - 14

Week 4
Read chapters 15 - 18

Week 5 
Read chapters 19 - Epilogue