About This Book
This chapter book follows May and Evan, who are suddenly transported from a modern-day school field trip to the ancient Arizona desert. They find themselves enslaved by a warring Native American tribe, facing immense challenges and needing to adapt to a vastly different culture and harsh environment. The story explores themes of survival, bravery, and the historical realities of indigenous peoples, offering a compelling adventure that encourages empathy and resilience. Parents should be prepared to discuss the challenging themes of captivity and historical conflict.
While on a school field trip, May and Evan find themselves transported back in time and made slaves by one of the warring Indian tribes who lived in the Arizona desert long ago.
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Discussion Prompts
1
How would you feel if you suddenly found yourself in a completely different time and place?
2
What challenges did May and Evan face, and how did they show bravery?
3
What did you learn about the ancient people who lived in the Arizona desert?
4
How is it fair or unfair that May and Evan were made slaves? What does 'fairness' mean in this story?
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