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Sweet Home Alaska
SKU
001586
ISBN
9780147514202
Grade 5-8
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Description
Young Terpsichore is tasked with feeding her family with food made from their own home-grown goods. With the struggle of the Great Depression, the only acceptable vegetable left is pumpkin. Just when the Johnson family starts to hit the final breaking point of losing their home and resources, an opportunity has been given for a minimal number of farmers to start a colony in Alaska. Those chosen will be given a grant of land and money to kick-start their journey. With the Johnson's farming experience, Terpsichore's father feels optimistic about their chances of getting selected; however, her mother is quite uncertain about such a big move. With few options available to them, they aren't left with much choice.
After the journey to Alaska has been made, the Johnson's soon discover that the living conditions are much harsher than expected. Do they have what it takes to survive? Experience a bit of 1930's pioneer life through the eyes of this young, adventurous, and enthusiastic farmer. This story is based on a real Alaskan Colony. 298 pgs, pb.
Publisher's Description of Sweet Home Alaska
It's 1934, and times are tough for Trip's family after the mill in their small Wisconsin town closes, leaving her father unemployed. Determined to provide for his family, he moves them all to Alaska to become pioneers as part of President Roosevelt's Palmer Colony project. Trip and her family are settling in, except her mom, who balks at the lack of civilization. But Trip feels like she's following in Laura Ingalls Wilder's footsteps, and she hatches a plan to raise enough money for a piano to convince her musical mother that Alaska is a wonderful and cultured home. Her sights set on the cash prize at the upcoming Palmer Colony Fair, but can Trip grow the largest pumpkin possible–using all the love, energy, and Farmer Boy expertise she can muster?
Details
| Product Format: | Paperback |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Nancy Paulsen Books |
| Author: | Carole Estby Dagg |
| Grades: | 5-8 |
| ISBN: | 9780147514202 |
| Length in Inches: | 7.75 |
| Width in Inches: | 5.125 |
| Height in Inches: | 0.75 |
| Weight in Pounds: | 0.5 |
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