Book Series · 3 Books

My America Books

In order from Westward to Home to Season of Promise.

The My America series is a set of 3 chapter books by Mary Pope Osborne, published between 2001 and 2002. Written for ages 7–10, most books run about 110 pages.

Westward to Home
After the Rain
Season of Promise
Westward to Home
After the Rain
Season of Promise
Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

Westward to Home
Sale price
$1095
Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2001

Westward to Home

A family's perilous journey to Oregon in 1848 tests their resolve.

112 pages· 11,348 words· Est. 1.5 hour read
Hardcover
Summary: In 1848, young Joshua McCullough chronicles his family's daring trek from Missouri to Oregon. As they face the untamed wilderness, each mile brings new challenges and tests their dreams of a new life. Will they endure the hardships of the trail, or will the journey prove too daunting? Discover the trials and triumphs of a family seeking a fresh start in the vast, unpredictable frontier.
In reading order

My America Series

3 books · Published 2001–2002

#1
Westward to Home
#1 in Series
Sale price
$1095

Westward to Home

Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2001

A family's perilous journey to Oregon in 1848 tests their resolve.

#2
After the Rain
#2 in Series
Sale price
$499

After the Rain

Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2002

A young girl navigates change and loss in post-Civil War Washington, D.C.

Season of Promise
Series
Sale price
$1095

Season of Promise

Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2002

A grieving girl faces harsh new laws and family changes in Jamestown.

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Common Questions

How many books are in the My America series?

There are 3 books in the My America series. It began with Westward to Home in 2001, and the newest book, Season of Promise, was published in 2002.

What order should you read the My America books in?

Start with Westward to Home and follow the series order — the books above are numbered #1 through #3.

What ages are the My America books best for?

The series is best for ages 7–10, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

The people

The Creatives Behind the Books

The authors and illustrators who bring My America to life.

01

Mary Pope Osborne

Author
02

Patricia Hermes

Author

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