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Action & Adventure

Emotions & Behavior

Fear

Values & Ideas

Good & Evil

Hate & Anger

Social Issues

Immigrants & Refugees

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Book Events

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History: World

Military Reads

Poverty & Homelessness

Pride & Shame

High School

Realistic Fiction (High School)

Safety & Danger

Sexual Harassment & Violence

Trust & Doubt

Gary Paulsen

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Study Guide

Book Brief

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About The Crossing

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Overview

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The Crossing Summary and Study Guide

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Chapter Summaries & Analyses

Part 1: “The First Meeting”

Part 1 The Crossing Part 1 Summary & Analysis

Part 2: “The Second Meeting”

Part 2 The Crossing Part 2 Summary & Analysis

Part 3: “The Third Meeting and After”

Part 3 The Crossing Part 3 Summary & Analysis

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Character Analysis

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Themes

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Essay Topics

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