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by Leanne Church (Author), Laura Bachynski (Illustrator)
"Stranded" is a tale a about the adventures of a sassy young girl named Chelsea who finds herself marooned on a tropical island. She must depend on her own resourcefulness and ingenuity to make the best of her predicament as she awaits her eventual rescue.
Chelsea has to face her fears and delve into her inner strengths to overcome the challenges of meeting basic human needs of survival. As she meets each trial, she undergoes personal growth and, ultimately, a transformation. Chelsea gains insight into the value of family relationships, spirituality, and an understanding of the importance of cooperation with siblings. She begins to realize that these aspects have advantages that far outweigh being alone and defiantly independent. Chelsea then welcomes her homecoming with a sincere determination to make amends and let her new self shine.
