Little House on the Prairie

By Laura Ingalls Wilder, Garth Williams (Illustrator)

Book #3 in the Little House on the Prairie series

A pioneer family faces unexpected challenges on the Kansas prairie.

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352 pages· 51,885 words· Est. 7 hour read

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Bookroo's summary

Laura Ingalls and her family journey from Wisconsin to Kansas, seeking a new life on the prairie. As they build their home and adapt to frontier life, unexpected conflicts arise. Will they be forced to uproot once more? Join Laura in this tale of resilience and adventure, where the vast prairie holds both promise and peril.

From the publisher

Based on the real-life adventures of Laura Ingalls Wilder, Little House on the Prairie is the third book in the award-winning Little House series, which has captivated generations of readers. This edition features the classic black-and-white artwork from Garth Williams.

Laura Ingalls and her family are heading to Kansas! Leaving behind their home in the Big Woods of Wisconsin, they travel by covered wagon until they find the perfect spot to build a little house on the prairie. Laura and her sister Mary love exploring the rolling hills around their new home, but the family must soon get to work, farming and hunting and gathering food for themselves and for their livestock. Just when the Ingalls family starts to settle into their new home, they find themselves caught in the middle of a conflict. Will they have to move again?

The nine books in the timeless Little House series tell the story of Laura’s real childhood as an American pioneer, and are cherished by readers of all generations. They offer a unique glimpse into life on the American frontier, and tell the heartwarming, unforgettable story of a loving family.

At a glance

Format
Pages: 352
Words: 51,885
Reading age: 8–12
Audience: Middle Grade
Lexile: 760L

Themes & topics

Books about farms Books about pioneers Books about family life Books about family Books about frontier and pioneer life

What readers & critics say

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“As a kid, this book made me want to pack up all my earthly possessions and head off on a journey across the prairie. I loved imagining what it would be like to be a pioneer. Now, it's fun to be able to share this book series with my pre-schooler, but I do find that it's probably a better read-on-your-own book than read-aloud book.”

Lauren Hancock

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