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Picture Book · Ages 5–10 · 2005 · Est. 39 min read-aloud
Klondike Gold
Written & illustrated by Alice Provensen
A young prospector braves harsh conditions for a chance at Yukon gold.
3.5/5 Goodreads · 53 ratings
40 pages· 5,042 words· Est. 39 min read-aloud
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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
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The fine print
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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