Tom Brown Junior is allowed to roam freely in the woods, even when he is at some risk. Considering the stories in this book, and considering the lessons that Brown learns, is this appropriate? Should his parents have let him be so free?

Rick and Tom Brown Junior become best friends, so much so that in this book, their motivations and feelings seem much the same. Discuss several aspects of true best friendship.

Grandfather Stalking Wolf uses a teaching technique of few words but many gestures and provisions for learning situations. What is good about his teaching technique? What do you think might not be good about it?

This book promotes an American Indian way of life, of being master of oneself in nature by submitting to it, of honoring nature and taking care of the earth. Do you think this is possible for...