About This Book
I Am Regina is a powerful historical fiction novel set during the tumultuous French and Indian War. It tells the story of ten-year-old Regina, who is kidnapped from her Pennsylvania home and forced to live among Native Americans. The book sensitively explores her profound struggle to remember her original family and identity, even as she adapts to a new culture and begins to see herself as Tskinnak. This compelling narrative offers a nuanced look at cultural assimilation, resilience, and the deep emotional impact of historical conflict on individuals. It's ideal for readers ready for a challenging, thought-provoking historical adventure.
In 1755, as the French and Indian War begins, ten-year-old Regina is kidnapped by Indians in western Pennsylvania, and she must struggle to hold onto memories of her earlier life as she grows up under the name of Tskinnak and starts to become Indian herself.
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Discussion Prompts
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How does Regina's identity change throughout the story? What parts of herself does she hold onto, and what does she let go of?
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What challenges does Regina face when she is kidnapped, and how does she show resilience?
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How does the book portray the different cultures involved in the French and Indian War? What can we learn about empathy from Regina's experiences?
4
If you were in Regina's shoes, what memories would you try hardest to keep alive?
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What does this story teach us about adapting to new situations and finding belonging?
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