Klondike Gold
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$1669
Picture Book · Ages 5–10 · 2005 · Est. 39 min read-aloud

Klondike Gold

Written and illustrated by Alice Provensen

A young prospector braves harsh conditions for a chance at Yukon gold.

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40 pages· 5,042 words· Est. 39 min read-aloud· AD1050L
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Bookroo's summary

In 1896, young Bill Howell leaves behind comfort to chase Yukon gold. Facing treacherous seas, snowy mountains, and perilous towns, he stakes his claim amidst the gold rush frenzy. Will he find fortune or folly in the unforgiving wilderness? Discover the grueling journey and the relentless pursuit of a dream in this tale of adventure and ambition.

From the publisher

Eureka! In 1897 gold was discovered in the Klondike, setting off a wave of gold fever. Thousands of prospectors trekked northward in the hopes of finding fortune. Based on the true story of one young prospector, this book traces the grueling journey through the mountains and up the Yukon River to claim a stake and dig for gold.Using a unique triptych format to showcase the action, Caldecott-winning illustrator Alice Provensen tells the tale of the rugged adventurers who braved the harsh conditions and risked incredible odds, all for the slim chance of striking it rich.

At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
40
Words
5,042
Reading age
5–10
Audience
Picture
Lexile
AD1050L
Themes & topics
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
6
F&P level
~Y
AR points
1
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
103251
Publication
Published
October 25, 2005
Publisher
Simon Schuster Childrens Publishing
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780689848858
LCCN
2004028405
OCLC
816847638

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