This boxed set includes all three books in Katherine Applegate's acclaimed Endling trilogy: The Last, The First, and The Only. Readers follow Byx, a courageous young dairne who believes she may be the last of her species, as she embarks on an epic journey through the magical kingdom of Nedarra. Along the way, she forms unlikely friendships and confronts themes of courage, loyalty, conservation, leadership, and the fight against injustice in a richly imagined fantasy world. By combining exciting adventure with meaningful themes, this trilogy strengthens reading comprehension, vocabulary, literary analysis, and critical thinking while encouraging empathy, environmental awareness, and an appreciation for friendship and perseverance.
