*Introduction

On this page, write an introduction essay that briefly describes Mr. Paulsen. Add pictures, links to pages about his work, or any other information to entice the reader. (Julia P.) **Gary Paulsen was born on May 17,1939 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. He is currently married to Ruth Wright Paulsen. He shares his time between being on a house boat in the pacific or in New Mexico. Gary says that he trains 700 miles for the Iditarod. Hes now down to 13 or 14 dogs, if he gets down to ten dogs then he will not run this year. The Iditarod is 1150 miles. It takes about 10 -18 days to cover that many miles. The race starts at South Alaska and ends at Westen Alaska. Also a term that someone who races with a dog sled team is called a musher. **
 * Gary Paulsen is famous for being a creative writter. He is also important to our class because we are reading Hatchet. **

**3 ways Gary cares for the dogs in the morning are:**

 **Gary has written around 200 articles and short stories, and he has written 175 books. His Newbery Honor Books are Hatchet, Dogsong, and The Winter Room. The title of his latest book is Notes From A Dog, The main character is 15 year old Finn. Gary Paulsen has won ALA Quick Picks and ALA Notable Childrens Book for awards. Also his #1 survival tip is " Stop dont panic . Breath deeply and make yourself think slowly". Gary is fast and determined person .**
 * **He gives them a heart cut in chunks**
 * **He examines each of their feet**
 * **He rubs their shoulder**


 * His 6 life expierences that are material to his writting are, him being a truck friver, a sailor, and a ranch hand. Also, a constrution worker a engineer, and a Chores on the farm helper . **

**His address is ~** **C/O Childrens Publicity,** **1745 Broadway** **New York,** **NY,10019**