Hatchet
by Gary Paulsen
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- Fighter Pilot… Or Maybe Regular Pilot
Have some kids who think they could fly a plane, no problem? Check out Shmoop's hints on career choices, specifically for fighter pilots. Warning: This requires more intense training than the two-seater pilot in Hatchet. - Hard but Interesting
Okay, so life pretty much stinks for Brian (literally… remember the skunk?), but is it really bad enough to try to kill himself? Other books deal with this same unfortunate turn of events, so if you have students who seem particularly pulled into this plot thread, you might suggest they pick up a copy of Thirteen Reasons Why.