Christina baker kline writes exquisitely about two unlikely friends. Sep 05, 2016 for example, when my book club read orphan train by christina baker kline i found this interview with the author, and it sparked some great conversation there are spoilers in there. Orphan train is a fascinating story of friendship between women from two generations. Orphan train by christina baker kline reading guidebook club. Christina baker klines novel orphan train has ridden the new york times bestseller list for the past 15 weeks, becoming a favorite of book clubs across the. Nyt best selling author christina baker kline answers the top ten questions book clubs ask about orphan train. Reminiscent of elizabeth strouts amy and isabel, this orphan train carries us along until the stories of these two women become one. The orphan train series hearts on the rails author rachel wesson, read orphan train escape hearts on the rails, by rachel wesson available from rakuten kobo.
Book club kit discussion guide orphan train by christina. Orphan train book omaha public library bibliocommons. The orphan train has several threads for book clubs to discuss. Mount prospect public library book discussion questions.
Bridget collins is in dire straits she needs to get out of new york. Oct 14, 2014 rich in detail and epic in scope, orphan train by christina baker kline is a powerful novel of upheaval and resilience, of unexpected friendship, and of the secrets we carry that keep us from finding out who we are. Apr 11, 2014 online resources and questions for your book club to connect your groups lives, interests and personal experiences to books you discuss, friday, april 11, 2014 orphan train book discussion guide. These book discussion questions are highly detailed and will ruin plot points if you have not read the book. The orphan train by christina baker kline questions thoughtco. The question and answer section for orphan train is a great resource to ask questions, find answers, and discuss the novel. But, just the thought of knowing he was alive mad vivian really happy.
Orphan train is a book set in both the present day and the late 1920s, 1930s, and 1940s. Christina answers the top ten questions book clubs ask. If you are the publisher or author of this book and feel that the. So many are praising this book for bringing to light the orphan trains, but. She was deposited with the byrnes, who wanted only child labor in a dressmaking enterprise. She found out that they kept his name, and he was married with a family. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Christina baker kline penobscot indian molly ayer is close to aging out out of the foster care system. Molly discovers that she has the power to help vivian find answers to mysteries that have haunted her for her entire life answers that will ultimately free them both. Christina baker klines novel orphan train has ridden the new york times bestseller list for the past 15 weeks, becoming a favorite of book clubs. Orphan train christina kline baker flashcards quizlet. A young irish immigrant orphaned in new york city, vivian was put on a train to the midwest with hundreds of other children. I knew the book was based on true stories of children shipped across america in the early part of the last century. Vivians journey west was aboard an orphan train, a bit of misguided 1900sera social engineering moving homeless, destitute city children, mostly immigrants, into midwest families.
Orphan train book club ideas part 1 delicious reads. The orphan train by christina baker kline questions. Book club selection for august 2014 by christina baker kline historical fiction20273 pages publishers comments goodreads. Orphan train by christina baker kline reading group guides. Orphan train book unexpected relationships book club food book club parties books to read my books train food library books the incredibles. The question and answer sections of our study guides are a great resource to ask questions, find answers, and discuss literature. Penobscot indian molly ayer is close to aging out out of the foster. Would they be adopted by a kind and loving family, or would they face a childhood and adolescence. Orphan train vocabulary scholastic flashcards quizlet. By using our site you consent to our use of cookies. You can also try to connect with authors on social media they may give you some great discussion ideas or even offer to skype with your book club. For example, when my book club read orphan train by christina baker kline i found this interview with the author, and it sparked some great conversation there are spoilers in there. Rich in detail and epic in scope, orphan train by christina baker kline is a powerful novel of upheaval and resilience, of unexpected friendship, and of the secrets we carry that keep us from finding out who we are. Orphan train was a mix of favorite childhood books of mine such as anne of green gables, heidi, and understood betsy, and ms.
Was it common for train riders to keep their experiences secret. Orphan train is a powerful novel of upheaval and resilience, of second chances. As she helps vivian sort through her possessions and memories, molly learns that they arent as different as they seem to be. Orphan train is a gripping story of friendship and second chances from christina baker kline, author of bird in hand and the way life should be. Orphan train a novel book club questions a novel best. A community service position helping an elderly woman clean out her home is the only thing keeping molly out of juvie and worse as she helps vivian sort through her possessions and memories, molly learns that she and vivian arent as different as they. Apr 02, 20 vivians journey west was aboard an orphan train, a bit of misguided 1900sera social engineering moving homeless, destitute city children, mostly immigrants, into midwest families. Questions every book club asks, the story behind the writing of orphan train, and more. She served as writerinresidence at fordham university from 2007 to 2011 and. Christina answers top 10 book club questions youtube.
Orphan train questions and answers the question and answer sections of our study guides are a great resource to ask questions, find answers, and discuss literature. A novel christina baker kline, 20 harpercollins 278 pp. Learn vocabulary, terms, and more with flashcards, games, and other study tools. The orphan train by christina baker kline moves back and forth between two stories that of a young orphan girl in the early twentieth century. A community service position helping an elderly woman clean out her home is the only thing keeping molly out of. Molly discovers that she has the power to help vivian find answers to mysteries that have haunted her for her entire life answers that will. Between 1854 and 1929, socalled orphan trains ran regularly from the cities of the east coast to the farmlands of the midwest, carrying thousands of abandoned children whose fates would be determined by pure luck. As a midwesterner, i was really interested in this book after hearing it featured on npr. Does molly complete a portage project for school answering the questions. Orphan train by christina baker kline i remember at the age of 10 or so reading a novel about the late19th and early 20thcentury orphan trains, which took children and babies from east coast slums and brought them to the midwest, where they were given an opportunity for a potentially prosperous new life in the fresh rural air. Kline has written six other novels orphan train, orphan train girl, the way life should be, sweet water, bird in hand, and desire lines and written or edited five works of nonfiction.
Christina baker klines orphan train is an unforgettable story of friendship and second chances that highlights a littleknown but historically significant movement in americas pastand it includes a special ps section for book clubs featuring insights, interviews, and more penobscot indian molly ayer is close to aging out out of the foster. The orphan train by christina baker kline moves back and forth between two stories that of a young orphan girl in the early twentieth century and that of a teenager in the modernday foster care system. The main narrative about vivian, an orphan train rider, was excellent. Christina baker klines novel orphan train has ridden the new york times bestseller list for the past 15 weeks, becoming a favorite of book clubs across the country. Molly discovers that she has the power to help vivian find answers to. Niamh pronounced neev was an irish immigrant girl sent on an orphan train from new york city to minnesota in the late 1920s. Orphan train by christina baker kline, paperback barnes. As such, book clubs that read this book have the opportunity. Orphan train is a young adult historical fiction novel about the relationship between seventeen yearold molly ayer and ninetyone yearold vivian daly who, as the result of spending time together and sharing their experiences, form a bond, learn from each other, and change in significant ways. I had orphan train on my to be read list but never got around to reading the novel. Orphan train girl by christina baker kline, paperback. Vivian traveled from nyc to minnesota as a young girl on one of the infamous orphan trains that was used to get orphans out of the cities into the country where they might have a better opportunity to find families and to be able to make a good life. Orphan train book club kit central rappahannock regional. Jan 31, 2014 nyt best selling author christina baker kline answers the top ten questions book clubs ask about orphan train.
Orphan train short answer test answer key christina baker kline this set of lesson plans consists of approximately 6 pages of tests, essay questions, lessons, and other teaching materials. A community service position helping an elderly woman clean out her home is the only thing keeping molly ayer out of juvie and worse. Orphan train by christina baker kline tells the story of molly and vivian, two people who seem very different, but discover that they have similar stories. Orphan train by christina baker kline reading guidebook. Rich in detail and epic in scope, orphan train by christina baker kline is a powerful novel. Bridget collins is in dire straits she needs to get out of new york, fast. Orphan train is a harrowing but ultimately uplifting story about this. We use cookies to ensure you get the best experience on our website. Penobscot indian molly ayer is close to aging out out of the foster care system.
Topics about this book topics that mention this book. The term orphan train refers to a time in american history from 18541929. Read orphan train absolutely for free at readanybook. A community service position helping an elderly woman clean out her home is the only thing keeping molly out of juvie and worse. In the prologue vivian mentions that her true love died when she was 23, but she doesnt mention the other big secret in the book. Ask and answer questions about the novel or view study guides, literature essays and more. The second narrative of molly, a teen foster child, is marred by the way the author, christina baker kline, portrays her oppressive foster mom. Bird in hand, the way life should be, desire lines and sweet water. Orphan train by christina baker kline book club discussion. Poll book tally orphan train by christina baker kline rounded up to 4 stars karin. Orphan train by christina baker kline pages 201273 what is the setting for these pages. Orphan train questions and answers the question and answer section for orphan train is a great resource to ask questions, find answers, and discuss the novel.
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