About This Book
Lev Grossman's "The Silver Arrow" introduces readers to Kate, an ordinary girl whose eleventh birthday is anything but. Her eccentric Uncle Herbert gifts her a colossal, magical locomotive, the Silver Arrow, which becomes the vehicle for an incredible journey. Joined by her younger brother, Tom, Kate embarks on a mysterious quest, transforming her humdrum existence into an exciting adventure. This middle-grade novel, suitable for ages 10-14, explores themes of courage, sibling bonds, and the wonder of discovery, making it a captivating read for children ready for a magical, fast-paced journey.
Kate's humdrum life is transformed when her eccentric Uncle Herbert brings her a colossal locomotive train, the Silver Arrow, as her eleventh birthday gift, leading her and her younger brother on a mysterious quest.
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Discussion Prompts
1
If you received a magical train, where would you want it to take you?
2
What makes Uncle Herbert an 'eccentric' character? Do you know anyone like that?
3
How do Kate and her brother work together on their quest?
4
What do you think is the most mysterious part of their journey?
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NYT Bestseller
Children’s Middle Grade Hardcover (2 weeks on list)
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