Classic Starts: Robinson Crusoe (Classic Starts Series)

A shipwreck. A sole survivor, stranded on a deserted island. What could be more appealing to children than Robinson Crusoe’s amazing adventure? Set in the 17th century, and unfolding over a 30-year period, it offers plenty of suspense and everyday detail about how Crusoe manages to stay alive. Additionally, it paints a fascinating portrait of the age—including references to slavery and Europe’s view of the “New World.”

Customer Reviews:

Great Books for 4th graders and up.

By Mari "Mari" - July 31, 2011

I almost bought all the books in this collection for my boys to read this summer. My husband read one or two chapters of Tom Sawyer every night before bed and soon enough my oldest son, who is 9 years old, wanted to read out loud some pages. Since then he has read about 5 of these great story books to his brothers at night. It has become a great family time and they look forward to read. I think the stories are easy to read and keep the kids interested. There are some pictures in the book too. The adaptation of the stories is just right for elementary school kids, chapters are 2 to 5 pages long and the adventure is unforgettable.

Great for the age group

By Grety - January 13, 2011

This is a good version for the age group (grades 4-7). My daughter started reading the original version and it was very difficult. This version does not mention cannibalism or Christanity, two main points of the original.