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Phyllis Fogelman Books, 1996-01-11

Bound for Oregon

Bound for Oregon

Jean Van Leeuwen, Author

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9780140383195

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Nine-year-old Mary Ellen Todd, filled with the pioneer spirit, treks cross country in 1852 with her family in search of a better life. The Todds survive Indians and swollen rivers, but what will happen when mother has a new baby and winter arrives? Jean Van Leeuwen has written highly acclaimed book for both children and young adults, including Dear Mom, You're Ruining My Life.
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Keywords and Themes: Family • General (see also headings under Social Themes) • Historical • JUV013000 • JUV016140 • Juvenile Fiction • United States - 19th Century

Age Range • 8-12

Pages • 176

Subjects • Todd • Mary Ellen • Oregon National Historic Trail • Overland journeys to the Pacific

Categories • Juvenile Fiction | Historical | United States - 19th Century • Juvenile Fiction | Family | General (see also headings under Social Themes)

"Basing her story on the published accounts of her true-life heroine, Mary Ellen Todd, Van Leeuwen describes a family's tumultuous journey along the Oregon Trail in 1852." --Publishers Weekly

With only a guide book to show them the way, the Todd family sets out from their Arkansas home on a two thousand mile trek to claim unchartered Oregon Territory. Crossing rough terrain and encountering hostile people, the Todds show their true pioneering spirit. But as winter draws near, will the Todds have the strength to complete their journey? And if they make it, will Oregon fulfill their dreams?

"This is a convincing picture of a pioneer journey that does a good job of showing the tremendous sacrifices people made to follow their dream of a better life." -School Library Journal

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