Bound for Oregon

A family braves the Oregon Trail, facing peril and uncertainty. Will they reach their dreamland?

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164 pages· 42,289 words· 830L

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In 1852, the Todd family embarks on a perilous journey from Arkansas to the uncharted Oregon Territory. Armed only with a guidebook, they face treacherous landscapes and hostile encounters. As winter looms, their pioneering spirit is tested. Can they endure the harsh conditions and reach their promised land? And if they do, will Oregon be the paradise they hope for? This gripping tale of resilience and sacrifice explores the true cost of chasing a dream in the wild frontier.

From the publisher

“Basing her story on the published accounts of her true-life heroine, Mary Ellen Todd, Van Leeuwen describes a family’s tumultuous journey along the Oregon Trail in 1852.” –Publishers Weekly With only a guide book to show them the way, the Todd family sets out from their Arkansas home on a two thousand mile trek to claim unchartered Oregon Territory. Crossing rough terrain and encountering hostile people, the Todds show their true pioneering spirit. But as winter draws near, will the Todds have the strength to complete their journey? And if they make it, will Oregon fulfill their dreams? “This is a convincing picture of a pioneer journey that does a good job of showing the tremendous sacrifices people made to follow their dream of a better life.” -School Library Journal

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