Vocabulary
willow-bough broom-a branch of a tree, especially one of the larger or main branches (see picture)
scalawag-a scamp; rascal
puncheon floor-a large cask of varying capacity, but usually 80 gallons
saplings-a young tree
reprovingly-to disapprove of strongly
scrambled-to move quickly and with urgency
Activities
Why was Pa nervous to get into the house?
What did Ma and Pa say Indians do?
How do Indians heat their homes? or wash their clothes?