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Overview

Zinny Taylor: Explorer

It started out as an ordinary summer. But the minute thirteen-year-old Zinny discovered the old, overgrown trail that ran through the woods behind her family's house, she realized that things were about to change.

Right from the start, Zinny knew that uncovering the trail would be more than just a summer project. It was her chance to finally make people notice her, and to have a place she could call her very own. But more than that, Zinny knew that the trail somehow held the key to all kinds of questions. And that the only way to understand her family, her Aunt Jessie's death, and herself was to find out where it went.

From Newbery Medal-winning author Sharon Creech comes an intricately woven tale of a young girl who sets out in search of her place in the world—and discovers it in her own backyard.

Thirteen-year-old Zinnia Taylor uncovers family secrets and self truths while clearing a mysterious settler trail that begins on her family's farm in Kentucky.

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Children's Literature
Zinny Taylor is tired of being asked, "Which Taylor are you?" She decides to make her mark in the world by uncovering an old foot trail. As she uncovers the old trail, she works through the pain of loosing her Aunt Jessie and lets go of the guilt she felt for surviving the Scarlet Fever that killed her cousin Rose. Throw in a little romance, a healthy dose of sibling rivalry, and a pinch of fear for an uncle who starts chasing after the ghost of his wife, and you have the unique blend of humor, family dynamics, and magic that make this a noteworthy novel.
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Zinny Taylor is tired of being asked, "Which Taylor are you?" She decides to make her mark in the world by uncovering an old foot trail. As she uncovers the old trail, she works through the pain of losing her Aunt Jessie and lets go of the guilt she felt for surviving the Scarlet Fever that killed her cousin Rose. Throw in a little romance, a healthy dose of sibling rivalry, and a pinch of fear for an uncle who starts chasing after the ghost of his wife, and you have the unique blend of humor, family dynamics, and magic that make this a noteworthy novel.
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Gr 4-6-Newbery Medal-winner Sharon Creech's story of a young girl discovering that life is a tangle of mysteries, surprises, and everyday occurrences-a journey that often needs unraveling and that sometimes must be traveled alone. Copyright 1999 Cahners Business Information.
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Gr 5-8Creech returns to Appalachia in this story of 13-year-old Zinny, a middle child struggling to find and accept herself plus look for a way to come to terms with the death of her beloved Aunt Jessie and her feelings of responsibility for that death. The novel revolves around an old overgrown trail that Zinny discovers and proceeds to resurrect. Meanwhile, her admirer, Jake Boone, is persistent about bringing her presents yet fails to convince her he is not really after her sister, May, as so many other boys have been. Uncle Nate seems to be losing touch with reality after his wife's death, and guilt rooted in the past resurfaces to confuse Zinny, who comes to feel that the trail she is uncovering will somehow bring sanity, safety, and a sense of identity to her life. It does, but in ways she could never have predicted. The journey for Zinny and readers is intriguing, delightful, and touching. Reminiscent of many novels about the rural South with wonderfully quirky characters and a focus on the setting of the natural world, this story seems much fresher and tangibly more in the present than most. Not as complex as Creech's Walk Two Moons (HarperCollins, 1994), there is still plenty to discuss such as the symbolism of the redbird in the title and the ethical issues surrounding Jake's gifts and Zinny's mistrust of his affection for her.Carol A. Edwards, Minneapolis Public Library
Kirkus Reviews
A teenager lost in the maelstrom of her large Virginia- mountain family devises a personal walkabout when she takes on the project of single-handedly rehabilitating a 20-mile-long wilderness trail.

Until recently, Zinnia Taylor, 13, spent a lot of time in the "Quiet Zone" of Aunt Jessie and Uncle Nate's house next door. But Aunt Jessie has died, and Uncle Nate remains bereft. Calling her his Redbird, he spends most of his time chasing through the woods, believing he is in pursuit of her. Adding to Uncle Nate and Zinny's burden is the death of her cousin, Rose, who died of the whooping cough when she and Zinny were both four. Amidst this pain, Zinny is looking for a place to call her own, for a sense of who she is, and for someone—anyone—who cares about her "most." The plotting can become capricious in the extreme, but Creech (Pleasing the Ghost, 1996, etc.) crams her novel full of wonderful characters, proficient dialogue, bracing descriptions, and a merry use of language. A bundle of contradictions, Zinny is at her prickly, individualistic best when fending off the overtures of 16-year-old Jake Boone, whom she (mistakenly) suspects of using her to get to her older sister.

Product Details

  • ISBN-13: 9780064406963
  • Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers
  • Publication date: 2/28/1998
  • Edition description: Reprint
  • Pages: 272
  • Sales rank: 139,886
  • Age range: 10 - 14 Years
  • Lexile: 0860L (what's this?)
  • Product dimensions: 5.12 (w) x 7.62 (h) x 0.54 (d)

Meet the Author

Sharon Creech
Sharon Creech

Sharon Creech is the author of the Newbery Medal winner Walk Two Moons and the Newbery Honor Book The Wanderer. Her other work includes the novels Hate That Cat, The Castle Corona, Replay, Heartbeat, Granny Torrelli Makes Soup, Ruby Holler, Love That Dog, Bloomability, Absolutely Normal Chaos, Chasing Redbird, and Pleasing the Ghost, as well as three picture books: A Fine, Fine School; Fishing in the Air; and Who's That Baby? Ms. Creech and her husband live in upstate New York.

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In her interview with Barnes & Noble.com, Creech shared some fun facts about herself:

"One of my most interesting jobs was in graduate school, working with the Federal Theatre Project archives (a Library of Congress collection, then based at George Mason University). I catalogued original illustrations for set and costume designs, some by Orson Welles. It was fascinating work!"

"I once fell 20 feet from a tree, was knocked unconscious, and when I picked myself up and straggled home, my parents thought I was making it up. However, when my brother and I fabricated a story about an encounter with a bear, they believed that! So maybe I learned very early on that fiction was more interesting to listeners!"

"As readers can probably tell from my books, I love the outdoors. I love to hike, kayak, and swim. I also love to read (which is probably not a surprise) and I love the theater and art museums. I especially love all the instruments of art: inks, pens, paintbrushes, watercolors and oils, fine papers and canvases, and although I love to mess around with these tools and objects, I have minimal artistic skills."

    1. Hometown:
      Pennington, New Jersey
    1. Date of Birth:
      July 29, 1945
    2. Place of Birth:
      Cleveland, Ohio
    1. Education:
      B.A., Hiram College, 1967; M.A., George Mason University, 1978

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Chasing Redbird

Chapter One

Tangled Spaghetti

Worms dangled in Aunt Jessie's kitchen: red worms swarming over a lump of brown mud in a bowl. The bowl and the worms and the lump of mud were in a cross-stitched picture hanging above the stove.

When I learned to read, I made out these words in blue letters beneath the bowl: Life is a bowl of spaghetti ... Those worms weren't worms; they were spaghetti. I imagined myself rummaging among the twisted strands of pasta. That was my life?

There were more words: ... every now and then you get a meatball. That mud was a meatball! I saw that meatball as a tremendous bonus you might unearth in all those convoluted spaghetti strands of your life. It was something to look forward to, a reward for all that slogging through your pasta.

In my thirteen years, I've had meatballs, and I've had lumps of mud, too.

My name is Zinny (for Zinnia) Taylor. I live with a slew of brothers and sisters and my parents on a farm in Bybanks, Kentucky. Our house fits snug up against Uncle Nate and Aunt Jessie's, the two houses yoked together like one. Sometimes it seems too crowded on our side, and you don't know who you are. You feel like everybody's spaghetti is all tangled in one pot.

Last spring I discovered a trail at the back of our property -- an old trail, overgrown with grass and weeds. I knew instantly that it was mine and mine alone. What I didn't know was how long it was or how hard it would be to uncover the whole thing, or that it would turn into such an obsession, that I'd be as driven as a chickeneating dog in a henhouse.

This trail was just like thespaghetti of me and my family, of Uncle Nate and Aunt Jessie, and of Jake Boone. It took a heap of doing to untangle it.

Chasing Redbird. Copyright © by Sharon Creech. Reprinted by permission of HarperCollins Publishers, Inc. All rights reserved. Available now wherever books are sold.

Reading Group Guide

Introduction

Chasing Redbird is a complex and exciting work of fiction that explores real issues teenagers are dealing with, including death, identity, and relationships. Thirteen-year-old Zinny Taylor lives in Bybanks, Kentucky, with too many brothers and sisters--a mess of "tadpoles" and "pumpkins" is what her uncle Nate calls them. When Zinny discovers a mysterious overgrown trail that begins on her family farm, she thinks she's finally found a place of her own, a place she can go, away from her family, to hear herself think. But what Zinny comes to realize is that the mysteries of the trail are intertwined with her own unanswered questions and family secrets, and that the trail and her passion to uncover it is leading her on a journey home.

Interweaving the story with places and characters from her Newbery Award-winning novel Walk Two Moons, Sharon Creech tells a beautifully crafted story about a young girl discovering that life is a tangle of mysteries, surprises, and everyday occurrences a journey that often needs unraveling and that sometimes must be traveled alone.

Questions for Discussion:

  1. Throughout Chasing Redbird, Zinny experiences conflicting and confusing feelings about the people who are special to her—-Uncle Nate, Jake, even her parents. Give some examples of Zinny's confusion about these characters and explain why she feels so conflicted.

  2. How does the natural world of the woods play a part in Zinny's story? Do the other members of Zinny's family share her enthusiasm for nature?

  3. Throughout the novel Zinny continuallyexplains her life as a "bowl of spaghetti" (p.1). Discuss this metaphor and how it works within the story.

  4. Why do you think Jake steals the dog, the ring, and the car? Is it all because he's "sweet on" (p.100) Zinny, or are there other reasons for his stealing? From the clues that Sharon Creech gives you about Jake's life, what kind of relationship do you think Jake has with his parents? Does he share the kind of closeness Zinny has with her parents?

  5. There are many supernatural events in Chasing Redbird. Does the ghost of Aunt Jessie actually wander through the woods? What kinds of emotions does Zinny feel every time she senses Aunt Jessie's ghost?

  6. Zinny gets upset when her father refers to her mission to clear the trail as "the trail thing" (p.119). Have you ever had the experience of someone's underestimating or belittling a project about which you felt very strongly? How did you feel when this happened?

  7. Constantly being referred to as an anonymous "pumpkin," a "tadpole," or worst of all, the "strangest and stingiest dirt-daubing doodlebug" (p. 52), Zinny strikes out to clear the trail. By the end of the novel, do you think Zinny has successfully set herself apart from her brothers and sisters by creating the trail? Has her identity changed in the eyes of her family, the public, Jake? Does Zinny think she has changed herself by the end of the story? How can you tell?

  8. Zinny often talks about missing her friend Sal, who is the main character in Walk Two Moons. For those who have read Walk Two Moons: How is Zinny's mission to clear the trail similar to Sal's race to retrace her mother's steps? Compare how these two main characters deal with the losses in their lives.

  9. Both Zinny's cousin Rose and Aunt Jessie fall to untimely deaths and throughout the novel Zinny feels much guilt about the loss. Consider this quote from Zinny: "Why did people get old? Why did people get sick? Why couldn't the hand of God fix whooping cough? Why couldn't it snatch a woman back from a drawer? Why couldn't it fix Uncle Nate? I couldn't stand it. I wanted answers to my questions, and I wanted them immediately" (p.179). How does this quote help explain Zinny's feelings about her aunt's and cousin's deaths?

  10. How do you react to Zinny's behavior in the shocking and powerful scene in which she places a pillow over Uncle Nate's head? Reread p.197 as you discuss.

  11. Sharon Creech spends a good deal of time describing the different portions of the Bybanks-Chocton trail. Discuss the interesting names of these trails—Maiden's Walk, Baby Toe Ridge, Shady Death Ridge, and Surrender Bridge. Consider what these names mean with reference to Zinny's story.

  12. Uncle Nate often calls Aunt Jessie his "Redbird." What does the term Redbird symbolize in the novel?

About the Author:

Sharon Creech is the author of Walk Two Moons, which received the 1995 Newbery Medal, was an ALA Notable Children's Book, and was listed as an NCTE Notable Trade Book, among other prestigious awards. Her other books include, Absolutely Normal Chaos and Pleasing the Ghost. Sharon Creech lives in Surrey, England, for nine months of the year. During the summer months she returns to Lake Chautauqua in western New York State to spend time with her grown children.

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  • Posted January 9, 2009

    Chasing Redbird

    I read this book years ago when I was in junior high and remember it being a very intriguing book. As I was looking through my bookshelf recently, I came across the book and decided to read it again. Even as an adult, I loved the book (for the most part) and would highly recommend it to any teenager. This is a book that makes you think . . . and will help you find yourself through reading this book.
    This book is about a 13 year old girl named Zinny, who has 6 siblings and whose parents who seem to overlook her. She has a strong relationship with her Uncle Nate and Aunt Jessie, but when her Aunt Jessie dies, everything in her life seems to be a whirlwind. She finds an old trail near her farm that she begins to clear, and becomes enveloped in blazing the trail. Although she doesn't understand at first why the trail is so important to her, she later realizes that it is to find out who she really is, to prove to her family that she is responsible, and to understand more about her families past and her Aunt Jessie's death. This would be a great book for someone trying to understand closure and death.
    My only slight concern with this book is the character of Jake Boone. Although I liked the fact that he was "sweet on" Zinny, I did not like that he stole things to give to her. I don't know if young adults would get the idea that stealing is okay as long as you gave those things to someone else or not. Although Jake is punished for his actions in the end, I just thought that it was a little weird.
    Overall, I give this book four stars. It is a book that will definitely make you think long after you have finished the book!

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  • Posted May 8, 2009

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    I Absolutly love this book!!!!!

    This is one of the best books I have read! I am your typical book worm. I read this book a while back and I loved it! Sharon Chreech does a great job creating unique characters. The story is not only touching it is also funny! I highly recomend this book to anyone of all ages!

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  • Anonymous

    Posted November 28, 2008

    awesome book

    Creech did a fantastic job on this book. several times it made me cry and i did not like it when i had to sit the book down. again amazing book.

    1 out of 2 people found this review helpful.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted November 6, 2008

    Favorite book since my childhood

    This book has a special place in my heart.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted August 6, 2008

    what a book

    i just finished this book and it was awesome i didin't have enough time in school and its been a month and found it at the library i loved the ending i hope i can find another great book by her

    1 out of 2 people found this review helpful.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted April 24, 2012

    Wow

    We are reading this in school right now and it is so good

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  • Anonymous

    Posted March 2, 2012

    Love it

    I read this book in shool and i loved it!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
    Who ever posted it was borning is stupid!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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  • Posted February 20, 2010

    Wonderful Novel

    Creech weaves a wonderful story out of her main character Zinny and how she grows up during a very difficult time in her life. The novel is full of emotions that every thirteen year old would feel. While this is targeted for a young audience, it is a great read for adults as well.

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  • Posted July 12, 2009

    more from this reviewer

    THIS HAS TO BE THE GREATEST BOOK ON EARTH!

    I am Sharon Creech's bigest fan, I love all her books and this one has to be my favorite. Everyone should read this in there life time!
    Please Read This book it will change your life!

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  • Anonymous

    Posted December 19, 2008

    great book

    I thouught this book was writen well. It was not challenging.However it wsa not that funny .It was sad .It was about a girl who finds a path.This path is were she gose to be alone from all of her brothers and sisters.A place were she is not gust a Taylor but Zinnia.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted June 23, 2008

    if you like lame books this is the one for you!!!!

    i personoly did not like it at all!! it wass lame and boring.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted July 6, 2008

    A reviewer

    If you are bored and want to read something thats exciting and thrilling. Then this is the book for you

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  • Anonymous

    Posted March 13, 2008

    Best Book

    I read this book when I was a little kid, and ever since then, its been my favorite book. Ive read ALOT of books and this ranks as number 1 out of all of them.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted February 15, 2008

    AWESOME!!

    i loved this book!! i read it when i was about in 4th grade, and i didnt quite get it. so i stopped reading it. but when i was about in 7th or 8th grade, i remembered it was good, so i read it again and i got it. it was absolutely wonderful!!! it was such a page-turner, i couldnt put it down!

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  • Anonymous

    Posted August 13, 2007

    AWESOME you have to read this

    This book is awesome!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! trust me read it!!!!

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  • Anonymous

    Posted May 18, 2007

    i love this book

    this book is the best book i have read in a while!!it is a book for the whole family!!

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  • Anonymous

    Posted May 16, 2007

    Sharon Creech has done it again

    wow. i thought sharon creech was a good author after reading 'the wanderer' and 'walk two moons' but this book surpasses the rest. very good for summer highly recommended read it if possible

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  • Anonymous

    Posted February 5, 2007

    AWESOME STORY!

    I have been reading this book since i was in the fifth grade and for the last 3 years i havent been able to find it anywhere! This story is just so interesting. GREAT BOOK!

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  • Anonymous

    Posted January 17, 2007

    absoulutley loved it!

    i loved this book!!i recommend it!!its fantastic !!the characters are good and the story line is great!!please read this book if you want to read a book to enjoy!

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  • Anonymous

    Posted November 27, 2006

    One book that never gets old

    Chasing Redbird is one of my all time favorites, I have read it countless times and am bound to read it a few more, it is so captivating and creative. Once you start reading, you cannot put it down. I know a lot of people have used that phrase to describe a book, but it is the honest truth with Chasing Redbird. It is a must read no matter what your age is.

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