86 pages • 2 hours read
Wendelin Van DraanenA modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Before You Read Beta
Summary
Part 1, Chapters 1-3
Part 1, Chapters 4-6
Part 1, Chapters 7-9
Part 1, Chapters 10-12
Part 1, Chapters 13-15
Part 1, Chapters 16-18
Part 1, Chapters 19-21
Part 1, Chapters 22-24
Part 1, Chapters 25-26
Part 2, Chapters 1-3
Part 2, Chapters 4-6
Part 2, Chapters 7-9
Part 2, Chapters 10-12
Part 2, Chapters 13-15
Part 3, Chapters 1-3
Part 3, Chapters 4-6
Part 3, Chapters 7-9
Part 3, Chapters 10-12
Part 3, Chapters 13-15
Part 3, Chapters 16-18
Part 3, Chapters 19-21
Part 3, Chapters 22-24
Part 4, Chapters 1-3
Part 4, Chapters 4-6
Part 4, Chapters 7-9
Part 4, Chapters 10-12
Part 4, Chapters 13-15
Part 4, Chapters 16-18
Part 5, Chapters 1-3
Part 5, Chapters 4-6
Part 5, Chapters 7-9
Part 5, Chapters 10-12
Part 5, Chapters 13-15
Character Analysis
Themes
Symbols & Motifs
Important Quotes
Essay Topics
The Running Dream by Wendelin Van Draanen follows sixteen-year-old Jessica Carlisle, a promising track athlete who loses her leg in a bus accident, and her journey to adapt to life with a prosthetic limb, regain her passion for running, and embrace new and meaningful friendships, especially with her classmate Rosa, who has cerebral palsy. The book discusses trauma, loss, and disability.
Wendelin Van Draanen’s The Running Dream garners praise for its inspiring and realistic narrative of a teen amputee's journey to reclaim her life through running. Reviewers commend the well-developed characters and uplifting message. Some critique the predictable plot and occasional lack of depth, but overall, it is celebrated for its motivational and heartfelt storytelling.
A reader who would enjoy The Running Dream by Wendelin Van Draanen is likely someone who appreciates heartfelt stories of resilience and personal triumph. Fans of Wonder by R.J. Palacio and Out of My Mind by Sharon M. Draper will find the book's themes of overcoming physical challenges and embracing diversity especially compelling.
Recommended
Lexile Level
HL650LEmotions/Behavior: Shame & Pride
Relationships: Friendship
Relationships: Teams
Realistic Fiction
Disability