Book description from Goodreads: “Two children and a dog explore the coves and caves of a tiny island. Under the watchful eye of Grandpa, the kids are thrilled to discover a huge surprise: the craggy rocks, tufted grass, and wind-​swept trees on Giant Island are much more than they seem.

Visit Giant Island, where fantastical adventures await.”

Need some reviews on Giant Island?

• Foreword
• Goodreads
• Kirkus

As a bonus, enjoy this interview at Tara Lazar’s website with author Jane Yolen about Giant Island.

Educational Activities inspired by Giant Island:

• Before Reading–From looking at the front and back cover: 
  • What do you think of when you think about the giants? About islands?
  • Where and when does this story seem to take place?
  • What kind of animals lived on and around Giant Island?
  • What questions would you like to ask the author before you read the book?
• After Reading–Now that you’ve read the story: 
  • Were you surprised by the size of the island?
  • What other secrets and surprises did the island hold for Ava and Cooper?
  • Why did Grandpa call the island “old friend”?
  • What did you think of the book’s ending?
  • Which picture did you like the most? Why?
  • Did you like this book? Why/​why not?
• Drawing–Since an island might be an island, what else might be a giant, too? A cloud? A hill? A tree? Use colored pencils, crayons, or markers to create your own giant something. Consider sharing your work with a friend or family member.
• Crafting–Since the island plays such a big role in this story, let’s enjoy some crafts based on islands as well as the things/​creatures on and around them! 
  • (Audio) CD and Button Turtle Craft–Go with googly eyes for extra fun.
  • Egg Carton Snail–You’ve probably got the main supplies in a recycle bin already.
  • Sand Clay–Create, bake, and keep.
  • Seashell Crab Fridge Magnets–It’s fun to use materials that thematically make sense for what you’re making.
  • Under the Sea Paper Plate Craft–Super easy and still pretty awesome to make.

• Further Reading–Learn more about by giants these related books. Which of these have you already read? Which of the others would you want to read first? (Click on any book cover for more information on these titles!)