It will take the love of his family and the strength that Leslie has given him for Jess to be able to deal with his grief.īridge to Terabithia was also named an ALA Notable Children’s Book and has become a touchstone of children’s literature, as have many of Katherine Paterson’s other novels, including The Great Gilly Hopkins and Jacob Have I Loved. One morning, Leslie goes to Terabithia without Jess and a tragedy occurs. This becomes their place to escape the real world, and form a special bond. Together the find their 'special place' in the woods and create their own magical world. She is different and doesnt have any friends accept Jess. The story of young Jess and his new friend Leslie. The two become fast friends and spend most days in the woods behind Leslie's house, where they invent an enchanted land called Terabithia. Bridge to Terabithia by Katherine Paterson. And he almost is, until the new girl in school, Leslie Burke, outpaces him. It follows the budding friendship of two ten year olds as they are confronted by issues surrounding class, childhood, and individuality. Jess Aarons has been practicing all summer so he can be the fastest runner in the fifth grade. Bridge To Terabithia by Katherine Paterson is an emotional young adult/children’s fiction novel set in rural Virginia. The 40th anniversary edition of the classic Newbery Medal-winning title by beloved author Katherine Paterson, with brand-new bonus materials including an author's note by Katherine herself and a foreword by New York Times bestselling author Kate DiCamillo.
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