Chapter 35 - Isabel 5 days from home

Why did Isabel want to pray for rain but could not do it? Why did Isabel tell Lito to use the stars as a means of navigation? Explain! What does grandpa say when Isabel askes when will we get there? What has begun for Isabel's mother in the boat? Explain what THE FLOATING COFFIN means, as identified by the grandfather. What was surrounding the little raft? Also, how is this similar to Josef's story? Explain! Why was Ivan's leg a bloody mess? Explain what happened to Ivan, Isabel's best friend. 5 or more sentences please.