An in-depth study of this junior novel links literature to content areas and life skills. It develops a student's ability to understand and evaluate what he reads. A laminated folder provides background information, enrichment activities, and useful storage pockets. The teaching guide includes lessons, practical Scriptural applications, and dozens of reproducible activity pages. Use BookLinks to challenge the advanced reader, enhance basic instruction for the average reader, and interest and motivate the struggling reader. Includes teaching guide and novel. Grade 6.