Lumberjanes: Unicorn Power!

Name: Lumberjanes: Unicorn Power!
ISBN: 9781683351351

by Mariko Tamaki

At Miss Qiunzella's Camp, Jo, April, Molly, Mal, and Ripley are ready for anything, from earning badges to encountering unicorns and ancient Cloud People. This rollicking adventure is packed with humo

About This Book

"Lumberjanes: Unicorn Power!" kicks off a hilarious and heartwarming middle-grade series, following five best friends at a very unusual summer camp. Jo, April, Molly, Mal, and Ripley navigate supernatural mysteries, ancient beings, and the challenges of earning scout badges, all while strengthening their bonds. Parents will appreciate the strong themes of friendship, teamwork, and self-acceptance, alongside positive LGBTQ+ representation woven naturally into the narrative. It's a fun, fast-paced read perfect for adventurous kids aged 10-14 who love a good mystery with a magical twist.

"Welcome to Miss Qiunzella Thiskwin Penniquiqul Thistle Crumpet's Camp for Hardcore Lady Types. The five scouts of Roanoke cabin--Jo, April, Molly, Mal, and Ripley--love their summers at camp. They get to hang out with their best friends, earn Lumberjane scout badges, annoy their no-nonsense counselor Jen. and go on supernatural adventures. That last one? A pretty normal occurrence at Miss Qiunzella's, where the woods contain endless mysteries. Today is no exception. When challenge-loving April leads the girls on a hike up the TALLEST mountain they've ever seen, things don't go quite as planned. For one, they didn't expect to trespass into the lands of the ancient Cloud People, and did anyone happen to read those ominous signs some unknown person posted at the bottom of the mountain? Also, unicorns"--

Concepts

Friendship & Loyalty Teamwork & Collaboration Self-Confidence & Identity Curiosity & Wonder Love & Family Fear & Bravery Empathy & Kindness Resilience & Perseverance Joy & Gratitude Freedom & Independence Justice & Fairness Making Friends Being Different Growing Up Cultural Identity

Discussion Prompts

What makes the Roanoke cabin scouts such a strong team? How do their individual strengths help them solve problems?

The camp is for "Hardcore Lady Types." What does that phrase mean to you, and how do the girls embody it?

The book features supernatural creatures and mysteries. If you could encounter any mythical creature, what would it be and why?

How does the story show the importance of accepting others for who they are, even if they are different?

What's your favorite Lumberjane badge, and what kind of badge would you want to earn?

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