Children of the Dust Bowl: The True Story of the School at Weedpatch Camp
No. of pages 85
Published: 1993
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"Children of the Dust Bowl: The True Story of the School at Weedpatch Camp" by Jerry Stanley tells the inspiring true story of the children affected by the Dust Bowl during the Great Depression. As families fled the devastating dust storms in search of a better life, many ended up at the Weedpatch Camp in California. There, a dedicated teacher, Lanjira L. Ralston, took it upon herself to create a school that provided education and hope for these displaced children. The book highlights their struggles and triumphs, emphasizing the importance of education, community, and resilience in the face of adversity. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
This book is the winner of numerous awards
This book has been graded for interest at 10-13 years.
There are 85 pages in this book. This book was published in 1993 by Perfection Learning .
This book has been nominated for the following award:
Maine Student Book Award
This book was recognised by the Maine Student Book Award.