Carolrhoda Books, 2004-01-01
Schoolchildren's Blizzard
Schoolchildren's Blizzard
On My Own History and On My Own History (Paperback)
Shelly O Haas, Illustrator
Paperback
SKU:9781575056197
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When nine-year-old Sarah and her little sister, Annie, set out on their way to school on January 12, 1888, they have no idea what their day will hold. The weather's so warm they go outside to play. Suddenly, the wind turns cold and begins to roar--it's a blizzard! The wind is so strong it rips the school's roof off. What will they do? The freezing snow is already up to their knees and without a roof they'll freeze. Their teacher, Miss Freeman, ties them all together with a long rope and they head out into the blinding storm. Will they make it to safety in time?
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Through restrained narration and gripping imagery, this account honors human perseverance in the face of overwhelming odds. Readers are invited to consider courage, decision-making, and care for others under pressure—an unforgettable window into history and the human spirit.
Book Details
Book Details
Readability • 2.9
Age Range • 7-10
Pages • 48
Subjects • Sisters • Teachers • History • Blizzards • 19th century • Nebraska
Categories • Juvenile Fiction | Action & Adventure • Juvenile Fiction | School & Education
Publisher Summary
Publisher Summary
When nine-year-old Sarah and her little sister, Annie, set out on their way to school on January 12, 1888, they have no idea what their day will hold. The weather's so warm they go outside to play. Suddenly, the wind turns cold and begins to roar--it's a blizzard! The wind is so strong it rips the school's roof off. What will they do? The freezing snow is already up to their knees and without a roof they'll freeze. Their teacher, Miss Freeman, ties them all together with a long rope and they head out into the blinding storm. Will they make it to safety in time?
