The Sign of the Beaver by Elizabeth George Speare
A young boy is left alone to guard his family's land in the Maine wilderness.
Summary
The Sign of the Beaver is a children's historical fiction novel by Elizabeth George Speare, published in 1983. It tells the story of a young boy, Matt, who is left alone to guard his family's land in the Maine wilderness while his father goes back to Massachusetts to bring the rest of the family to the new settlement. Matt must learn to survive in the wilderness and is helped by an old Native American man, Attean, and his tribe. Matt and Attean become friends and Matt learns about the Native American culture and way of life.
Interpretation
The Sign of the Beaver is a story of friendship, courage, and survival. It is a story of a young boy who is forced to grow up quickly and learn to survive in the wilderness. It is also a story of understanding and respect between two different cultures, as Matt and Attean learn to appreciate each other's way of life.
Who is this book for?
The Sign of the Beaver is a children's novel, suitable for readers aged 8-12.
Keywords
Historical, Fiction, Children, Wilderness, Survival