A captivating story based on the immigration of a Swedish family to America in 1868, this tale captures the hunger, rough crossing, and confused joy upon arrival that were integral parts of the experience.
The Long Way to a New Land by Joan Sandin
SKU
019888
ISBN
9780064441001
Grade 1-3
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Description
Publisher's Description of The Long Way to a New Land by Joan Sandin
"We will go to America!" This classic early reader tells an exciting story and is also a good launching pad for classroom and home discussions.
Here is a realistic account of the struggles of European immigrants in the 19th century. This book is a helpful supplement to a history class and a courageous, compelling story for any occasion.
The year is 1868 and Sweden is a barren land of poverty and famine. Carl Erik and his family receive a letter from an uncle in America. The uncle realizes that the Erik family is near the end of their rope, and encourages them to move abroad to make a new life. The family sells all their personal items and begins a long trek across land and sea to America...
Category Description for I Can Read Historical Fiction
I Can Read books bring interest and entertainment to the level of the emerging reader. While the series consists of books in all realms, we find the historical fiction our favorites.
Details
| Product Format: | Softcover Book |
|---|---|
| Grades: | 1-3 |
| Brand: | HarperCollins |
| Author: | Joan Sandin |
| ISBN: | 9780064441001 |
| Length in Inches: | 9.625 |
| Width in Inches: | 6 |
| Height in Inches: | 0.25 |
| Weight in Pounds: | 0.25 |
| Ages: | 5 - 8 |
| Edition: | Illustrated |
| Illustrated by: | Joan Sandin |
| Pages: | 64 |
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