Children of the Dust Bowl: The True Story of the School at Weedpatch Camp
School year: Year 3, Year 4, Year 5
Published: 2013
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"Children of the Dust Bowl: The True Story of the School at Weedpatch Camp" tells the inspiring story of a makeshift school established for the children of Dust Bowl refugees during the Great Depression. As families fled the devastation in search of better opportunities, many settled in California's Weedpatch Camp. Here, they faced harsh conditions and prejudice. The school, under the guidance of dedicated teachers, became a beacon of hope and learning, fostering resilience among the children. Through their stories of struggle and determination, the book highlights the power of education and community in overcoming adversity and building a better future. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
This book is aimed at children at US 2nd grade+.
This book has been graded for interest at 10-13 years.
This book was published in 2013 by Blackstone Publishing .