The Sign of the Beaver
Left alone in the Maine wilderness, Matt first loses his rifle and food and then is savagely stung by bees. Found by Saknis, chief of the Beaver tribe, Matt is cared for in exchange for teaching the chief's grandson to read. As the boys' friendship develops, Matt gains an appreciation for the heritage and skills of the Beaver tribe.
- Fiction, Historical Fiction
- John Newbery Medal 1984 (Honor Title)
- Format: Book
- ISBN: 9780395338902