About This Book
"The Lost Library" by Rebecca Stead and Wendy Mass is a captivating middle-grade novel for readers aged 8-12. It follows Evan, an eleven-year-old whose ordinary life is transformed by the sudden appearance of a mysterious Little Free Library and its watchful orange cat. As Evan delves into the weathered books he finds, he uncovers a deeper mystery connected to his community and embarks on a journey of self-discovery and connection. This heartwarming story explores themes of curiosity, friendship, and the enduring power of stories to bring people together.
When a mysterious Little Free Library guarded by a large orange cat appears overnight, eleven-year-old Evan plucks two weathered books from its shelves, never suspecting that his life is about to change.
Discussion Prompts
1
What makes the Little Free Library mysterious, and what do you think its purpose is?
2
How do the books Evan finds change his perspective or actions throughout the story?
3
What role does the orange cat play in the mystery, and what do you think its connection to the library is?
4
Have you ever found a book that felt like it was meant just for you? How did it make you feel?
5
How does Evan's community change because of the library's appearance and the secrets it holds?
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NYT Bestseller
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