Across
- 2. Paula – Her behaviour is unusual and sometimes strange.
- 6. Bella – She shows Ricky affection and makes him feel welcome.
- 8. Hec – He tries to keep Ricky safe from danger.
- 9. Hec – He is deeply affected by the loss of Bella.
- 11. Ricky – He faces dangerous situations without giving up.
- 13. Ricky – He worries that people will leave him or send him away.
- 14. Ricky – He stays with Hec and refuses to abandon him.
Down
- 1. Paula – She refuses to stop searching for Ricky and Hec.
- 3. Hec – He is rough and not always friendly when Ricky first meets him.
- 4. Ricky – He often refuses to follow rules or listen to adults.
- 5. Hec – He is used to living alone and looking after himself.
- 7. Bella – She welcomes Ricky into her home and treats him with warmth.
- 10. Ricky – He finds clever ways to survive in the bush.
- 12. Ricky – He uses jokes and humour to deal with difficult situations.
- 15. Ricky – He is easily frustrated when adults tell him what to do.