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Bound for Oregon

Name: Bound for Oregon
ISBN: 9780140383195

Jean Van Leeuwen

Penguin Young Readers Group · Paperback · November 1, 1996

Reading lane: 19th-Century U.S.

19th-Century U.S.20th-Century U.S.Exploration & Discovery historical

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Across Rough Ground

A family’s Oregon Trail journey brings the sacrifices and uncertainty of a pioneer dream into view.

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A historical journey shaped by rough terrain and hard choices
A closer look at what pursuing a better life could cost

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A family’s trek from Arkansas toward Oregon in 1852
An unsentimental glimpse of pioneer hardship and hope

Book Details

Authors: Jean Van Leeuwen
Publisher: Penguin Young Readers Group
Published: November 1, 1996
Format: Paperback
Theme: 19th-Century U.S. · Exploration & Discovery
Reading lane: 19th-Century U.S.

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Family Stories
Exploration & Discovery
19th-Century U.S.

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"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