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The Witch of Blackbird Pond by Elizabeth George Speare |
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After living a carefree life on Barbados, Kit comes to live with stern Puritan relatives whom she has never met. She befriends an outcast Quaker woman accused of witchcraft and must stand trial herself because of the association. |
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Book Summary |
Study Highlights |
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| Reading Level: | 5th - 11th | Spelling/Vocabulary: | Medium |
| Category: | Historical Fiction | Comprehension: | Medium |
| Setting: | Connecticut, late 1600s | Critical Thinking: | Medium |
| Theme: | Prejudice | Biblical Focus: | Contentment, judging |
| Paperback Novel: | 249 pages | Study Guide: | 7 units |
Related Studies: Quakers, Puritans, Connecticut history / geography, pre-Revolutionary War
Barbara's Note: There is no witchcraft in this story. It is about what happens when we fear those who are different from ourselves and how easy it is to jump to conclusions. It is excellent for those studying our early history. (Grades 6, 7, 8)
