Story Summary: Johnny, age 11, his two little brothers, and his father are an African-American pioneer family who have traveled far to get free land in the west. Living in a sod dugout in Nicodemus, Kansas, they face a harsh winter, starvation, and cold. In the spring their father travels on to find land and the boys stay alone. When their father sends for them, they summon their courage and travel alone for 150 miles to find him. Their courage and their faith in their father carry them home.
Looking for more than activity sheets or a who-did-what series of questions? Want to dig into the essence of the novel? This study guide provides easy-to-use, reproducible lessons on literary terms, comprehension and analysis, critical thinking, related scriptural principles, vocabulary, and activities, plus a complete answer key. Examines issues from a Christian perspective. Excellent for private schools and home study. Also an excellent reference for public school teachers, but biblical references may have to be removed. Study guides do not contain the text of the story or book.
