Who is Coyote Runs? Why does the novel begin with his story? Why are his chapters told in bold print? What does this print say to the reader before the first sentence is read? Why is Coyote Runs excited to go on a raiding party with the men of his tribe? How does Coyote Runs think his mother will react to this news? Why does Coyote Runs worry about his mother?

Who is Brennan Cole? Why does he work cutting lawns? What does Brennan plan to do with the money? Why does Brennan run? How does running make Brennan feel? How does Brennan feel about his mother? What might improve Brennan's relationship with his mother? Explain.

Compare and contrast Brennan Cole and Coyote Runs. How are their lives similar? How are they different? Why did the author choose these two boys as his main...