About This Book
Annabel Farjeon's 1975 chapter book, 'The Siege of Trapp's Mill,' plunges readers into a thrilling, high-stakes adventure. A group of teenage boys, enjoying an overnight stay in an abandoned mill, find their fun abruptly halted when they are ambushed by another gang. The situation escalates when one of their friends is injured, forcing the group to band together, demonstrate courage, and strategize their defense. This book is suitable for children aged 7-11, offering a compelling narrative about friendship, loyalty, and resilience in the face of danger. Parents should be aware of themes of conflict and mild violence, which provide excellent opportunities for discussion about peer dynamics and bravery.
A group of teenage boys spending the night in an abandoned mill find their adventure threatened when they are attacked by another gang and a member of their group is injured.
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Discussion Prompts
1
How do the boys show bravery during the siege?
2
What does it mean to be a loyal friend in a difficult situation?
3
What could the boys have done differently to avoid the conflict, or to resolve it?
4
How do you think the injured boy felt, and how did his friends help him?
5
Have you ever had to stand up for yourself or a friend? What happened?
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