Meet Kaya: An American Girl by Janet Beeler Shaw

Meet Kaya: An American Girl

American Girl: Kaya #1

Janet Beeler Shaw

70 pages first pub 2002 (editions)

fiction childrens historical middle grade adventurous emotional lighthearted fast-paced

Description

In 1764, when Kaya and her family reunite with other Nez Percâe Indians to fish for the red salmon, she learns that bragging, even about her swift horse, can lead to trouble. Includes historical notes on the Nez Percâe Indians.

Community Reviews Summary of 380 reviews

Moods

informative 76%
adventurous 69%
inspiring 38%
hopeful 30%
lighthearted 23%
reflective 15%
challenging 7%
emotional 7%
funny 7%

Pace

fast 83%
medium 16%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 75% | A mix: 12% | Plot: 12%

Strong character development?

Yes: 100%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 100%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 66% | N/A: 16% | No: 16%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 75% | It's complicated: 12% | No: 12%

Average rating

3.72

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