"Going West" is a children's book by Laura Ingalls Wilder that follows the optimism and challenges faced by the Ingalls family as they embark on a journey westward. Set in the late 1800s, the story captures the spirit of adventure and the hardships of pioneer life. As they travel through vast landscapes, the family encounters obstacles such as rough weather and difficult terrain, all while maintaining their determination and resilience. The narrative highlights themes of family unity, perseverance, and the pursuit of a better life, making it a poignant tale of exploration and the American frontier experience. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book features in the following series: Little House, Little House my First Little House Books, My First Little House Books .

This book has been graded for interest at 3-6 years.

This book was published in 1997 by Perfection Learning .

Laura Ingalls Wilder was born in Wisconsin in 1867. She recorded her adventurous nomadic childhood with her pioneer family in a collection of books that have become beloved classics of American literature. The Little House on the Prairie television series ran for 9 seasons from 1974-1983. Renee Graef has illustrated over 70 books for children, including the Kirsten series in the American Girl collection and many of the My First Little House books by Laura Ingalls Wilder. She has also illustrated classics such as The Nutcracker and My Favorite Things , as well as books on American icons Mount Rushmore and Paul Bunyan. She lives in Cedarburg, Wisconsin, with her family, and you can visit her online at graefillustration. com .