About This Book
Alice Rose and Sam takes young readers on a lively historical adventure set in Virginia City, Nevada, during the 1860s. The story follows twelve-year-old Alice Rose, a spirited and curious girl, as she forms an unlikely friendship with an eccentric newspaper reporter who turns out to be none other than the famous Mark Twain. Together, they share thrilling escapades and solve mysteries related to her father's newspaper. This chapter book is perfect for children aged 4-11, offering a blend of historical context, strong character development, and engaging plotlines that highlight themes of friendship, bravery, and self-discovery. It's a fantastic choice for introducing young readers to historical fiction and the fascinating life of a literary icon.
Alice Rose, an irrepressible twelve-year-old, shares adventures with Mark Twain, an outlandish reporter on her father's newspaper in Virginia City, Nevada, during the 1860s.
Discussion Prompts
1
What do you think made Alice Rose and Mark Twain such good friends, even with their age difference?
2
How was life in Virginia City in the 1860s different from where we live today? What was the same?
3
Alice Rose is described as 'irrepressible.' What does that mean, and how does she show it in the story?
4
If you could meet a famous historical figure, who would it be and what adventure would you want to share with them?
5
The story involves a newspaper. What role did newspapers play in people's lives back then, and how is that different from today?
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