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Island of the Blue Dolphins literature crossword with Karana, tsunami, and survival vocabulary.
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Island of the Blue Dolphins Crossword Puzzle

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This 14-clue crossword reinforces close reading of Scott O'Dell's Island of the Blue Dolphins. Clues reference key scenes and details: the earthquake and tsunami, Karana's resourcefulness with her canoe and sunglasses, and her interaction with Rontu and the other island creatures. Use it as a reading-comprehension check, a post-novel review activity, or a warm-up discussion prompt for Grades 5–7.

Subject:
English / Language Arts
Topic:
Literature
Grade Level:
5th – 7th Grades
Updated June 2026

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