Journey back to 1847 and experience the epic adventure of westward expansion through the eyes of a young pioneer girl with Dear America: Across the Wide and Lonesome Prairie—The Oregon Trail Diary of Hattie Campbell, 1847 by Kristiana Gregory. This beloved Scholastic hardcover brings history to life through the intimate diary format that has made the Dear America series a classroom favorite and a treasured part of children's literature.
Follow Hattie Campbell and her family as they leave their comfortable life behind and embark on the treacherous 2,000-mile journey along the Oregon Trail in search of a new beginning. Through Hattie's daily diary entries, young readers experience the excitement, hardships, dangers, and triumphs of pioneer life—from crossing rivers and climbing mountains to facing illness, storms, and the constant uncertainty of the trail. The story captures the courage, resilience, and hope that defined the pioneer spirit and shaped American history.
In good condition with some writing on the inside cover (shown in photos), this hardcover is perfect for young readers aged 8-12, homeschooling families studying westward expansion, teachers seeking engaging historical fiction, or collectors of the Dear America series. The diary format makes history personal and accessible, helping children connect emotionally with the past while learning about one of the most significant migrations in American history.
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