My son absolutely loved this book. If you have a wilderness lover, an animal fanatic, or just an introverted child, this story will call to them. Sam leaves home, unprepared for the challenges of living wild. Through the book, he learns and grows, finding ways to survive and forming bonds with the nature and animals around him. It's a simple but compelling story, imparting plenty of scouty skills in its telling, and kindling a yearning for a simpler life.