66 pages • 2 hours read
David Alexander RobertsonThe Barren Grounds
Fiction | Graphic Novel/Book | Middle Grade | Published in 2020A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more. For select classroom titles, we also provide Teaching Guides with discussion and quiz questions to prompt student engagement.
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Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
David Alexander Robertson's The Barren Grounds is praised for its imaginative world-building and effective integration of Cree culture. The characters are engaging, particularly the protagonists, whose journey is both heartwarming and educational. However, some criticized the pacing as uneven. Overall, it is highly recommended for its cultural richness and captivating adventure.
Who Should Read The Barren Grounds?
The ideal reader for David Alexander Robertson's The Barren Grounds is a young adult who enjoys culturally rich fantasy adventures akin to C.S. Lewis's The Chronicles of Narnia or Philip Pullman's His Dark Materials. Fans of these series will appreciate Robertson's Indigenous storytelling woven into a compelling narrative.
Recommended
Reading Age
8-12yearsLexile Level
680L