About This Book
In Gary Paulsen's thrilling adventure, 'Escape from Fire Mountain,' 13-year-old Nikki Roberts finds herself in a perilous situation. While trying to rescue two younger children from a rapidly spreading forest fire, she discovers that dangerous poachers are actively trying to prevent her escape, hoping the fire will eliminate her as a witness. This chapter book offers a fast-paced narrative about survival, bravery, and quick thinking in the face of both natural disaster and human malice. It's suitable for children aged 6-9 who enjoy intense, realistic adventure stories.
Thirteen-year-old Nikki Roberts tries to help two children trapped by a forest fire but finds her efforts blocked by poachers who want her to become one of the fire's victims
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Discussion Prompts
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What difficult choices did Nikki have to make? How would you have handled them?
2
How did Nikki show bravery in the story? Can you think of a time you had to be brave?
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What do you think about the poachers' actions? Why is it important to protect animals and nature?
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How does the book make you feel about forest fires? What are some ways people can prevent them?
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Nikki had to rely on her own skills and wits. What skills do you think are important for survival in the wilderness?
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