Polaris

Set in the 1830s, "Polaris" follows Owen Ward, a cabin boy, and a small group of young crew members who are abandoned on their ship after the adult crew stages a mutiny and flees. Left to navigate the treacherous open sea, these children must band together to bring their ship to safety. However, their struggle for survival takes a terrifying turn when one of them vanishes, leading them to suspect a dangerous, unseen force is also on board. This chapter book explores themes of resilience, teamwork, and confronting fear in the face of overwhelming odds and an unknown threat.