About This Book
Flutter tells the compelling story of Maple, nine-and-a-half, and her older sister, Dawn, who undertake an extraordinary journey through Vermont's challenging Green Mountains. Their mission: to find a miracle that could save their prematurely-born baby sister. Along the way, they confront natural dangers like treacherous terrain and wild animals, as well as human threats from poachers. This chapter book is a powerful narrative about sibling love, resilience, and the lengths a family will go to for one another. It's suitable for early to late elementary readers, offering both adventure and deep emotional themes.
Nine-and-a-half-year-old Maple and her older sister, Dawn, must work together to face treacherous terrain, wild animals, and poachers as they trek through Vermont's Green Mountains seeking a miracle for their prematurely-born sister.
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Discussion Prompts
1
What challenges did Maple and Dawn face on their journey, and how did they overcome them?
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How did Maple and Dawn's relationship change throughout their adventure?
3
What does it mean to be brave? Can you think of a time you had to be brave?
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Why do you think the author included poachers in the story? What does this tell us about protecting nature?
5
If you had a wish for someone you loved, what would it be and what would you do to try and make it come true?
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