"There is an ecstasy that marks the summit of life, and beyond which life cannot rise. And such is the paradox of living, this ecstasy comes when one is most alive, and it comes as a complete forgetfulness that one is alive. The domesticated life of a powerful St. Bernard-Shepherd mix named Buck is quickly turned on end when he is stolen away from his master and put to work as a sled dog in Alaska. His once life of luxury turns into a life of survival...

Discusses the writing, characters, plot and themes of this 1970 Newbery award-winning book. Includes discussion questions and activities.

"Learn about one of the greatest heroes of American literature: a dog named Buck. One of the greatest books of all time was written by a man named Jack London during the early twentieth century. The Call of the Wild has gone on to not only become a children's literary classic, but also one of the greatest stories ever told. Let's go back and take an in-depth look at the author, the story and how it became the iconic tale read and admired the world...