The Barren Grounds
What animal was Arik introduced as?
A squirrel
What does Morgan find out about her birth mother?
Morgan found out that her mother had died.
What was the name of Morgan's friend?
Emily
How many books are in The Misewa Saga series?
5
Who is the author of the Misewa series?
David A. Robertson
Which group of Indigenous poeples did Morgan identify as?
First Nations
When Eli is being bullied, what specific item do they steal from him and why is it a necessity?
Eli's drawing pad was stolen which the children need to open the portal in their attic to Askí.
Who was Kihiw?
An animal whose soul was taken by Mistapew and put into the Great Tree.
Is the Barren Grounds a real place?
Yes, the area is somewhere near the Tundra and northern mainland of Canada.
How much one book in the Misewa Saga worth?
$12.99
Where in Canada were Morgan and Eli residing along with their foster parents?
Winnipeg, Manitoba
How much is each day in Askí equivalent to on Earth?
One day in Askí is one hour on Earth
What was the name of the village that Mahihkan woke up in?
Ministik
Why was it always Winter in Misewa?
As mistakes made in the past led them to that stage, but later on were recovered and reversed.
Why did the author want to write this saga?
He wanted to write a novel that would draw attention to traditional stories of the sky and the constellations.
Who was the spirit animal that guided Morgan and Eli?
The Caribou
What does the word "Ochekatchakosuk" stand for?
A constellation
Which chapter number did Morgan attempt to speak with the creator and save Eli with the help of a sage?
Chapter 17
What species and colour was Ocheck's fur in the whole series?
Ocheck was a mix between a red panda and a beaver.
What year was the first novel from the Misewa Saga released?
The Barren Grounds was released in 2020.
What adventure did Morgan, Eli, Ocheck, and Arik set off to do in this book?
They set off on an adventure to return the seasons – spring, summer, and fall – to the land.
What does Eli's long braid have to do with this Novel?
As Eli is a Cree individual, he might represent his culture in that way. As Eli was continuously being bullied about his braid he decided to cut it off.
What does the Cree word "Kiskisitotaso" mean?
A Cree word that Eli says means, “In English, it means something like 'Don't forget about who you are' or 'Don't forget yourself".
What does Misewa mean?
Misewa means "All that is".
What is the main message of the Misewa Saga?
Through the journeys of Morgan and Eli, the author emphasizes the importance of this in understanding one's identity.