The Porcupine Year

The story of Omokayas that began in The Birchbark House, published in 1999, continues with this book. The year is now 1852 and Omokayas and her family set off on a journey to find a new home. Although they are well-prepared; enemies, hardship, near starvation, and other unexpected dangers make the trip very challenging. The author's note at the end hints that another book will follow. Written by Louise Erdrich, this series is a resource for units studying Minnesota history and Native American culture.