island of the blue dolphins

Editions are available as paperback and hardcover trade and educational books, and there is also a Blu-ray movie edition.

Suggested ages listed across editions include: "7 Years and Up", "8–16 Years", "10–13 Years", "9–12 Years", and "8–12 Years."

Listed page counts include 72, 80, 160, 192, and 256 pages; one listing shows "Na" (not specified).

The special/complete reader edition includes two excised chapters published for the first time, plus a critical introduction and essays that provide archaeological, legal, folkloric background and other scholarly material.

The book is noted as a Newbery Medal winner; listings also reference awards such as the William Allen White Award, ALA Notable Children's Book, and the Nene Award (1964 1st Winner).

Editions are available in English and Spanish.