Author: Laura Ingalls Wilder
ISBN: 0064400018
Publisher: Harper Trophy, 1971
Age: 7-12
Genre: Classics, Historical
Summary: This is the story of a young girl and her family living in the wilds of Wisconsin in the late 1800’s. Laura takes you through all the experiences of her childhood such as preparing for winter, learning to store food, making homemade Christmas gifts, spring planting, trips into town, making maple syrup from the sap, and listening to her father play the fiddle.
Awards: Notable Children’s Book, Lewis Carroll Shelf Award, Horn Book Children’s Classics,
Read A-likes: Little House series, The Little Princess, My Side of the Mountain, and The Secret Garden.
Personal Thoughts: This book gives a very realistic, and yet not overwhelming glimpse into pioneer life for young children. It illustrates the challenges they faced and yet the reader comes away with a sense of excitement and happiness. The writing is very engaging and cheerful, even. The illustrations add a level of realism as well as enjoyment without detracting from the story. A great read aloud book for younger tweens, both girls and boys.
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