Jess just wants to be the fastest kid int he 5th grade, but Leslie prevents that dream from coming true. But, despite the heartbreak, Jess and Leslie become the best of friends, teaching each other so much about strength and friendship. Their imagination takes them to great places, but it also leads to tragedy and force Jess to figure out how to move on.
Paterson, K., & Diamond, D. (1977). Bridge to Terabithia. New York, NY: T.Y. Crowell.
- Evaluation Criteria
- In this novel, theme and gender are the dominate criteria. Despite the heartbreaking loss in the book, the positive theme of friendship drives the novel and and helps the characters "have a personal resonance for the child reader in a way that is meaningful and worthwhile." Also, although Leslie, who is a central character, dies, her strong qualities and incredible courage leave a huge impression on Jess. This puts a female character in a dominate role, which is a contemporary depiction of gender roles. Along with this strong female, we also see a male character struggle with his emotions in a very outward way.
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