Call it Courage
Overview & Summary
Mafatu, a Polynesian boy, is haunted by a childhood terror of the sea after watching his mother drown, and is mocked by his island community for his fear. Determined to overcome his shame, he sets out alone in a small canoe into the open ocean, surviving a storm, a shipwreck, and a solitary struggle against nature to prove his courage to himself and his people. Armstrong Sperry's 1941 Newbery Medal winner is a classic coming-of-age survival story.
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Who This Book Is For
Recommended for Middle school students (Grades 6–8) working on English Literature. Fits students building reading confidence, vocabulary, and strong comprehension.
Why CE Recommends This Book
Selected for Academic Enrichment & Readiness. Pushing slightly beyond standard classroom expectations, this title widens vocabulary, supports steady Lexile growth, and builds the academic rigor needed for advanced middle and high school courses.
