Sam and Delphy are caught in the wildfire as their summer camp is threatened by a wall of flames! Jump into this book to see if their survival skills help them outwit the burning destruction around them.
By: Rodman Philbrick
Discovery Questions
Is there a time when you have made an unexpected friend? Maybe during camp, or school? Is there something that brought you and your friend together and made your friendship stronger? How do you think surviving the fire helped Sma and Delphy build trust faster?
Think of another story where two characters became friends while overcoming a disaster or something scary. How was this story similar or different?
This story is fictional, meaning it is not an informational, fact- based story. Wildfires are common in many parts of the United States. Have an adult help you find a non-fiction book or article about a real wildfire. How accurate was the author in describing the events in this story?
Wildfires are unexpected, and people often do not have much warning that they are coming. With a family member, research what natural disasters are common in your area. With your family member, create a plan together so you can be prepared in the event of an emergency.
Discovery Questions are available in English and Spanish in the app.
Book Details
Grade Level
5th+
Book Code
753
Genre
Fiction
ISBN
9781338606072
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