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Scott O’Dell Books: Biography, Best Books & Where to Read Them

1898–1989 · Los Angeles, California · also known as Scott O'Dell
📖 Best for: Grades 3–5 (ages 8–11) · Grades 6–8 (ages 11–14)

Scott O’Dell booksbooks by Scott O’DellIsland of the Blue DolphinsThe King’s FifthSing Down the MoonScott O'Dell

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Who is Scott O’Dell?

Scott O’Dell’s Island of the Blue Dolphins (1960), based on the true story of a Nicoleño woman who lived alone for years on an island off California, won the Newbery Medal.

Where to start

New to Scott O’Dell? Start with Island of the Blue Dolphins.

Scott O’Dell’s best-known books, in order

Scott O’Dell’s books are under copyright, so Pagine doesn’t host them — but you can borrow every title below free. Tap Local library to see which libraries near you have it, Libby / OverDrive to borrow the ebook or audiobook with your library card, or Open Library for free online lending.

  1. Island of the Blue Dolphins (1960)
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  2. The King’s Fifth (1966)
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  3. Sing Down the Moon (1970)
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Anne of Green Gables
Anne of Green Gables
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Finding Dragon Island
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Off to an Island Reunion
Global Digital Library
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Treasure Island
Treasure Island
Robert Louis Stevenson
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Alone on an Island
Alone on an Island
William Henry Giles Kingston
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Excursion to the Orkney Islands
Excursion to the Orkney Islands
Jacob Abbott
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Famous Islands and Memorable Voyages
Famous Islands and Memorable Voyages
Anonymous
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Fire Island Being the Adventures of Uncertain Naturalists in an Unknown Track
Fire Island Being the Adventures of Uncertain Naturalists in an Unknown Track
George Manville Fenn
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Linda Carlton's Island Adventure
Linda Carlton's Island Adventure
Edith Lavell
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No Man's Island
No Man's Island
Herbert Strang
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On Adventure Island
On Adventure Island
Bess Moyer
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Frequently asked questions

Who is Scott O’Dell?

Scott O’Dell’s Island of the Blue Dolphins (1960), based on the true story of a Nicoleño woman who lived alone for years on an island off California, won the Newbery Medal.

What is Scott O’Dell’s most famous book?

Island of the Blue Dolphins is a great place to start; other favourites include The King’s Fifth, Sing Down the Moon.

What age are Scott O’Dell’s books for?

Scott O’Dell’s books are best for grades 3–5 (ages 8–11) · grades 6–8 (ages 11–14).

Can I read Scott O’Dell’s books free online?

Scott O’Dell’s books are still under copyright, so they are not free to download. You can borrow them free: from your public library (search WorldCat), as ebooks and audiobooks with a library card through Libby/OverDrive, or from Open Library’s free lending. Pagine links to each below, and suggests similar books you can read free right now.

Where can I borrow Scott O’Dell books near me?

Search WorldCat to see which libraries near you have a copy, or ask your school or public library. Most libraries also lend Scott O’Dell ebooks and audiobooks free through the Libby app.

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