Stranded

How does the author foreshadow the shipwreck during the introductory portion of the story? Which events, conversations, and signs hint at the impending disaster?

In what sense is Stranded realistic, and in what ways does it require readers to suspend disbelief? Examine specific scenes and actions in the book and whether they might play out differently in real life.

How does the storm become a personified force and symbol of the theme of Bravery as a Tool for Survival? What techniques do the authors use to convey its strong influence on the characters and plot?

How do stories like Stranded, which use the classic human-versus-nature motif, illustrate the limits of human capacity, resilience, and strength?

One of the novel’s themes is Using Individual Strengths to Create a Team. Why is teamwork such an important skill when a group is trying to survive in an unknown environment and dire circumstances?

Why is the Lucky Star so important to the children, and what does it mean when it floats back out to sea? How were their attitudes and hopes reliant on this boat, and what might happen now that it’s gone?

What makes Jeff Probst the right candidate to create a story about survival? Why does the topic of survival continue to capture the imaginations and emotions of readers everywhere?

How does being stranded together help the children in this new family overcome their differences and begin to see each other as one solid unit, reinforcing the theme of Forging a Blended Family?