The Indian School
The Indian School by Gloria Whelan is a First Edition published by HarperCollins Publishers in 1996. This 89-page book is written in English and follows the journey of ten-year-old Lucy as she adjusts to life at her aunt and uncle’s mission school. Faced with strict rules and restrictions imposed on the children, Lucy grapples with her feelings about the expectations placed on the Native American students and her aunt’s authority.
Readers will find a narrative that explores themes of courage and self-advocacy as Lucy witnesses a girl running away in protest. This pivotal moment prompts her to confront her own shyness and question the fairness of the situation. Set against the backdrop of 19th-century United States, this juvenile fiction piece invites young readers to reflect on historical contexts and the challenges faced by individuals in a restrictive environment.
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When shy, ten-year-old Lucy comes to live with her aunt and uncle at their mission school, she’s surprised at the number of harsh rules and restrictions imposed on the children. She wonders why the Indians should have to do all the changing and why her aunt is so strict with them. Then a girl runs away in protest and Lucy knows she must overcome her timidity and stand up to her aunt–no matter what the consequences.
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