characters
What is the name of the main character in the book?
makenna
Why do Makenna and her father move to Costa Rica?
Because of her father’s job
What does “robo” mean in English?
robbery/theft
In what country does the story take place?
costa rica
What is a central theme of the book?
Animal protection
Who is Makenna’s father and what is his profession?
Dr. David Parker, he’s an ecologist
What animal does Makenna find that becomes important to the story?
A baby bird named Mimi
What is a “soga”?
rope
Where does Dr. Parker work?
At a bird refuge
What value does Makenna show by caring for Mimi?
Responsibility and compassion
What is the name of Margarita’s daughter?
Inés
What happens to the bird eggs at the refuge?
Some are stolen
Define “carretera.”
Highway or road
What is the capital of Costa Rica?
san jose
What message does the book share about family?
Family can stay strong even after a loss
Who is the guard that turns out to be involved in the robbery?
Cecilio
Where do Makenna and Inés go to find evidence of the robbery?
To a house in the jungle)
What does “jaula” mean?
Cage
What kind of natural environment is common in the story?
The rainforest
What role does justice play in the story?
The criminals face consequences for their actions
Describe the relationship between Inés and Juan Carlos. What is revealed about him?
Juan Carlos works for MINAE., he’s not a criminal
How does the story end for the criminals?
They are arrested and the birds are rescued
define "Rescatar"
to rescue
What place do Makenna and Inés visit looking for clues?
A cabin in the jungle
What does Makenna learn about trust?
People are not always who they seem to be