![]() The two children create a kingdom for themselves, which Leslie names "Terabithia." He becomes courageous and learns to let go of his frustration. After meeting Leslie, however, his life is transformed. Jesse is an artistic boy from a poorer family who, in the beginning, is fearful and angry. Leslie is a tomboy from a wealthy family, and Jesse thinks highly of her. The novel tells the story of fifth grader Jesse Aarons, who becomes friends with his new neighbor, Leslie Burke, after he loses a footrace to her at school. Paterson drew inspiration for the novel from a real event that occurred in August 1974 when her son’s friend was struck dead by lightning. ![]() The book was originally published in 1977 by Thomas Crowell, and in 1978, it won the Newbery Medal. ![]() Home Bridge to Terabithia Wikipedia: Introductionīridge to Terabithia is a children's novel written by Katherine Paterson, about two children named Leslie and Jesse who create a magical forest kingdom in their imaginations. ![]()
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