Bound for Oregon
No. of pages 167
Published: 1996
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"Bound for Oregon" by Jean Van Leeuwen is a historical novel that follows the journey of a young girl named Mary, who embarks on a challenging trek from Missouri to Oregon in the 1840s. Along with her family, she faces the perils of the Oregon Trail, including harsh weather, difficult terrain, and encounters with other travelers. As she navigates these challenges, Mary learns valuable lessons about perseverance, courage, and the importance of family. The story captures the hardships and triumphs of pioneer life, highlighting the determination and resilience required to seek a better future in the West. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
This book has been graded for interest at 9-12 years.
There are 167 pages in this book. This book was published in 1996 by Perfection Learning .
Jean Van Leeuwen is the author of more than thirty books for children. Her Oliver and Amanda Pig easy-to-read series, launched in 1979, is still growing. Her recent picture book, Benny and Beautiful Baby Delilah (Dial, 2006) received a starred review in School Library Journal.
This book features the following character:
Mary Ellen Todd
This book features the character Mary Ellen Todd.