Sacajawea
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Chapter Book · Ages 12–+ · 2000 · Est. 6 hour read

Sacajawea

By Joseph Bruchac

A young interpreter's journey with explorers changes history.

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208 pages· 51,809 words· Est. 6 hour read
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In 1804, a young Shoshone woman, captured and married against her will, meets explorers Lewis and Clark. As their interpreter and guide, Sacajawea embarks on a perilous journey that will change the course of history. Facing unknown lands and countless dangers, her courage and wisdom become pivotal. What secrets does this journey hold, and how will it shape her destiny? Experience the adventure through alternating voices, revealing the untold story of a remarkable woman and her role in a legendary expedition.

From the publisher

Captured by her enemies, married to a foreigner, and a mother at age sixteen, Sacajawea lived a life of turmoil and change. Then, in 1804, the mysterious young Shoshone woman met Meriwether Lewis and William Clark. Acting as interpreter, peacemaker, and guide, Sacajawea bravely embarked on an epic journey that altered history forever. Hear her extraordinary story, in the voices of Sacajawea and William Clark in alternating chapters, with selections from Clark’s original diaries. Includes a map of Lewis and Clark’s trail and an author’s note.

At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
208
Words
51,809
Reading age
12–99+
Audience
Young Adult
Lexile
840L
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
5.7
F&P level
~T
AR points
8
AR interest level
MG
AR quiz
35646
Publication
Published
October 1, 2008
First published
January 1, 2000
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780152064556

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