1. If you were left alone on a deserted island, what would you have to do to survive?
2. Who wrote this book? Has it won any awards? Has this author written any other popular books?
3. This book takes place on an island off the coast of California in the 1800's. What are these islands called (hint - not Hawaii!). Find a map that shows the islands off the coast of California.
4. In the opening of the novel, the Aleuts visit the island. Who are the Aleuts? Where are they from?
5. What are situations that could cause overwhelming sadness? How do people react differently to those situations?
6. What animals do you think would live on or near these islands?
7. Make a prediction about the title and cover. Why do you think the author called the book by this title?
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