A Journey to the New World
A Journey to the New World
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A Journey to the New World

Part of the Dear America Book Series
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9 - 12
Reading age
192
Page count
~921L
Lexile measure
Apr 7, 2026
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The bestselling beloved Dear America series returns in a stunning new deluxe paperback. Newbery Honor author Kathryn Lasky’s acclaimed addition to the series, A Journey to the New World, brings the story of the Mayflower to life. This beautifully updated package is perfect for celebrating the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence!Twelve-year-old Remember “Mem” Patience Whipple is headed for the New World with her parents on a grueling 65-day journey onboard the Mayflower.Once they reach land, and despite the harsh conditions, Mem is fearless and leaps headfirst into her new life, helping to care for the sick in her new home and searching for friends to call her own.The Dear America series transformed the way millions of readers learned about American history. These new editions will be beautifully packaged as deluxe paperbacks with foil and are perfect for a new generation of readers.

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    Book Details

    ISBN
    9798225050306
    Publication Date
    April 7, 2026
    Original Publication Date
    April 7, 2026
    Page Count
    192
    Audience
    Middle Grade
    Reading Age
    9 - 12 years
    Est. Lexile® Level
    ~921L
    Est. Fountas & Pinnell Level
    ~V
    ATOS® Book Level
    6
    Accelerated Reader® Points
    4
    Accelerated Reader Quiz
    17627
    Accelerated Reader Interest Level
    MG

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