American History: Pioneers, Expansion
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view | A Pioneer Sampler : The Daily Life I love this book! Use it for a wonderful study of pioneers in early America. Follow the Robinson family for an entire year of daily living, including churning butter, predicting the weather, building a log cabin, maple-sugaring, finding a honey tree, fishing, sheep-shearing, spinning, weaving, cornhusking, telling the time by the sun, using vegetable matter to dye clothes, and much, much more. Stories, hands-on projects, and recipes are included to make this a super history study! Paperback, 240 pages, for ages 5 to 12 years. Highly recommended!
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view | A Gathering of Days This Newbery Award winner is set in 19th century New Hampshire. Catherine records in her diary both the hardships of pioneer life and its many joys. An accurate and touching glimpse into pioneer life. Ages 8 to 12. Paperback, 144 pages.
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view | Little House: Farmer Boy From shearing sheep and milking cows to training young calves, Almanzo Wilder worked very hard on his family's farm in New York. But when his chores were all done, Almanzo could go to his favorite place in the whole world—the Horse-Barn. Although his father wouldn't let him handle the frisky colts, Almanzo could still look at them and dream of one day having a horse all his own! Originally published in 1933, Farmer Boy is the third book in the Little House Series. Paperback, 372 pages. Ages 8 to 12.
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view | Caddie Woodlawn Caddie Woodlawn is a peppy, red-headed pioneer girl who is barely out of one scrape before she is into another! She has trouble being a "lady", and prefers the wild woods and her brothers' company. Caddie's adventures provide an exciting and authentic picture of life on the Wisconsin frontier in the 1860s, a very different time then we live in; but growing up is not so very different today. A Newbery Award book. Paperback, 288 pages, for ages 9-12 years.
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view | A Lantern in Her Hand A sweet and touching story! Little 8-year-old Abbie accompanies her family to the soon-to-be state of Nebraska. As she grows up, she falls in love, marries, and settles into a sod house of her own, having her babies and raising them into strong people. She teaches them to live "with a song upon her lips and a lantern in her hand." A wonderful account of a woman's joyful way of living, in spite of the harshness of wilderness life. Paperback, 251 pages, ages 12 and up.
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view | O Pioneers! Willa Cather's novel portraying the courage of those who plowed the beautiful soil of America for the first time is a classic of American literature. Bring to life the sights and sounds of the windy Nebraska prairie, along with the emotions of those who are tied to the land. A masterpiece. Paperback, 128 pages for teen to adult readers.
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view | The Courage of Sarah Noble "Keep up your courage, Sarah Noble," her mother had said when she and her father traveled through the wilderness to build a new home. But Sarah found that it was not always easy to feel brave inside. The dark woods were full of animals and Indians, too, and Sarah was only eight! Sarah's true story is exciting as she cares for her father and befriends her Indian neighbors, and learns that to be brave is the greatest courage. Paperback, 64 pages, a great history read for ages 7-10.
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view | The Matchlock Gun 14% OffLittle Edward was just a small boy when he was left to protect his Mama and little sister while his father was called away to guard against Indian raids in early colonial days. His father had shown him how to use the huge matchlock gun, an old Spanish gun that was twice as long as he was, but would Edward be able to handle it if trouble actually came? This classic Early American story was first published in 1941, and includes the original black-and-white illustrations. I prefer it as a read- aloud—what a thriller! Paperback, 62 pages, for ages 8 to 12. Newbery Award book.
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view | In the Heart of the Rockies Get a taste of life in the American West in the early days with this historically accurate adventure story written by G.A. Henty. In 1860, sixteen-year-old Tom Wade leaves England to improve his family's condition. Arriving at the small western outpost of Denver, Colorado, to mine for gold, he soon encounters Indian warriors, takes part in big-game hunts, and learns how to survive a frigid mountain winter with nothing but resourcefulness and perseverance. Paperback, 304 pages, for ages 12 and up.
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view | Native American Tales and Legends More than 30 richly imaginative stories from America Indians include creation myths, hero tales, trickster stories and more from the Cherokee, Suni, Pawnee, Blackfoot, Pueblo, Cheyenne and more. Unabridged for ages 9 and up. Paperback, 176 pages.
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view | Indian Captive: The Story of Mary Jemison This is my favorite "Indian" book! The true story of young Mary Jemison is retold in historical fiction form that will engage your children. I read my copy aloud to the whole family and loved it! Poor Mary was captured in a raid and drug over mountains on an arduous journey. There she was raised amongst the Seneca Indians, eventually raising a large family of Indian children of her own. The research has been meticulous, and Indian life, handiwork, and customs are vividly portrayed. Black-and-white drawings add to the enjoyment. Newbery Honor book. Paperback, 298 pages, for ages 11 and up.
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view | Naya Nuki Suspenseful and interesting, this book will even hold your teenager's interest. Although fiction, Naya Nuki is based on the true story of an Indian girl who was captured by an enemy Indian tribe and used as a slave. Naya Nuki was well trained in living off the land, and when the opportunity finally came, she was able to escape and return to her people, running by night and hiding by day. Her use of survival skills is detailed as she manages through the seasons to eat, hide, and stay alive against all odds. I took mental notes, as I feel ill prepared to manage without the comforts of civilization. Reading level: 10 years and up. Paperback, 175 pages.
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view | Coonskin Cap Your kids will love this authentic raccoon hat, just like Davy Crockett's! The cap is made of synthetic fabric and the tail is real. Size fits ages 7 to 10 years old.
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