by Reina Chaiekh | Feb 25, 2026
On page 12, it lists the ingredients and equipment the characters are packing. What do you think they will eat on their trip?
by Reina Chaiekh | Feb 25, 2026
On pages 12–13, it says, “John lay on the couch … But he kept imagining what lay ahead …” How is John feeling?
by Reina Chaiekh | Feb 25, 2026
In this chapter, we see the first of many offerings of tobacco that are made throughout the story. Discuss this Indigenous protocol with students. If possible, invite an Elder or knowledge holder to share teachings about tobacco.
by Reina Chaiekh | Feb 25, 2026
While reading, ask students to pay attention to the kinds of skills the characters learn from their grandparents. Create a chart to record the different skills. After reading, go back to this list to sort the skills — e.g., survival skills, personal skills,...
by Reina Chaiekh | Feb 25, 2026
Included in the afterword is a description of each of the places the family visits along their journey. You could provide students with these short descriptions before reading. As the family makes it to each stop, students can share what they know (based on the...
