Book Series · 3 Books

Beyond the Orphan Train Books

In order from Looking for Home to Prairie Homestead.

The Beyond the Orphan Train series is a set of 3 chapter books by Arleta Richardson, published between 1993 and 1994. Written for ages 8–12, most books run about 190 pages.

Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

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$958

Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1993

Looking for Home

By Arleta Richardson

Ethan must keep his siblings together in an orphanage, fearing separation.

192 pages

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Summary: In 1907 Pennsylvania, young Ethan Cooper faces a daunting challenge: keeping his siblings together after losing their parents. As they settle into Briarlane Christian Children’s Home, Ethan grapples with the fear of losing his family again. With whispers of an Orphan Train looming, can he trust in a higher power to protect them? Join Ethan, Alice, Simon, and Will on their heartfelt journey to find a true home, where faith and family are tested at every turn. Will they stay united, or will fate pull them apart?

In reading order

Beyond the Orphan Train Series

3 books · Published 1993–1994

#1 in Series

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$958

Looking for Home

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1993

Ethan must keep his siblings together in an orphanage, fearing separation.

#2 in Series

Sale price

$958

Whistle-Stop West

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1993

Ethan fears his new family might change their minds as he journeys west with his siblings.

#3 in Series

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$958

Prairie Homestead

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1994

Orphaned siblings face farm life challenges and a missing brother in Nebraska.

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Beyond the Orphan Train series?

There are 3 books in the Beyond the Orphan Train series. It began with Looking for Home in 1993, and the newest book, Prairie Homestead, was published in 1994.