Abel's Island is by William Steig. Abel and Amanda are mice. They have just gotten married. One day while picnicking in the woods they are caught in a sudden storm. Amanda makes it to a cave, but Abel foolishly goes after Amanda's scarf and is swept into a stream. He finds himself marooned on an island, sure rescue will come shortly - but it never comes. Will Abel make it back to Amanda? Will he survive on the island long enough to escape? A wonderfully engaging tale. Abel is the Robinson Crusoe of the mouse world.
Ratings: 5th grade - 9 out of 10.
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