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Description
Eleven-year-old Rob Horton lives with his father in a small Florida town, where he copes with his mother's death by wood-carving. He befriends the new girl at school, the angry and independent Sistine, and together they discover a caged tiger behind a local motel. The two children then plan to free the tiger, an act that forces them to confront their own grief and loneliness.
Quick Summary
The Tiger Rising has a mysterious caged tiger at its center and two unlikely friends who decide to set it free, creating a story about courage, grief, and finding your voice in a small Florida town. Kids will root for Rob and Sistine as they sneak past the motel owner, discover the tiger's secret, and learn what it means to stand up for something they believe in. If your kid likes "Because of Winn-Dixie" or "Bridge to Terabithia," they'll devour this emotional tale about friendship and doing the right thing. Perfect for kids ages 9-12 in grades 4-6, this book captures the heart of middle grade readers.