110 pages • 3 hours read
Peter BrownThe Wild Robot
Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2016A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more. For select classroom titles, we also provide Teaching Guides with discussion and quiz questions to prompt student engagement.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
The Wild Robot by Peter Brown tells the tale of Roz, a robot who becomes stranded on an uninhabited island after her transport ship sinks in a hurricane. Activated by otters, Roz learns to survive by observing wildlife, with her presence initially feared by the animals. After adopting a gosling named Brightbill, she gains acceptance and becomes integral to the island's community, facing challenges and forging friendships along the way.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Peter Brown's The Wild Robot merges charming illustrations with a heartfelt narrative about a robot discovering life in the wilderness. Reviewers praise its imaginative storyline, emotional depth, and thematic richness suitable for children and adults. Some critique its predictability and occasional pacing issues. Overall, it’s celebrated for its warmth and creativity.
Who Should Read The Wild Robot?
A reader who would enjoy The Wild Robot by Peter Brown likely appreciates heartwarming, adventure-filled stories with themes of nature and technology. Fans of WALL-E and The One and Only Ivan will find similar charm and emotional depth. Ideal for middle-grade readers who enjoy robotics, friendship, and survival tales set in the wild.
RecommendedReading Age
8-12yearsLexile Level
740LBook Details
Children's Literature
Science-Fiction / Dystopian Fiction