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The Light in the Forest by Conrad Richter |
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A white boy, raised by Indians, is forced against his will to return to his white family. True Son does not remember his white family; they mean nothing to him. He can think only of escaping the settlement and returning to his tribe. |
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Book Summary |
Study Highlights |
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| Reading Level: | 5th - 8th | Spelling/Vocabulary: | Light to medium |
| Category: | Historical Fiction | Comprehension: | Medium |
| Setting: | Wilderness of Pennsylvania | Critical Thinking: | Difficult |
| Theme: | Rebellion | Biblical Focus: | Living peacefully |
| Paperback Novel: | 117 pages | Study Guide: | 5 units |
Related Studies: American Indians, early US history
Barbara's Note: I chose this story because of its "untidy" ending and the focus on True Son's rebellious attitude. We can identify with his struggle, but can also see how he is making things worse for himself. The ending is true-to-life in that rarely are things neatly wrapped up and solved; not a "feel good" story. (Grades 6, 7, 8)
