Skippack School
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Chapter Book · Ages 4–8 · 1939

Skippack School

By Marguerite de Angeli

Eli's new life in America challenges his expectations of school and adventure.

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Eli embarks on a journey from Germany to America, settling in the Skippack area. While he relishes the freedom of outdoor life, his mother insists on schooling. Expecting a stern teacher, Eli is surprised by Master Christopher Dock's gentle yet firm guidance. Will Eli adapt to this new world and embrace the unexpected lessons it offers?

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With his German family, Eli crosses the Atlantic on The Charming Nancy. From Philadelphia, oxen pull their wagon into Penn’s Woods, where they make their new home in the Skippack area. Eli loves outdoor work and play, but Mom says he must go to school. Though Eli expects the teacher to be cross, Master Christopher Dock is kind, firm, and patient.

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Format
Paperback
Pages
88
Reading age
4–8
Audience
Picture
Themes & topics
Books about historyBooks about teachersBooks about Colonial and Revolutionary periodsBooks about Colonial periodBooks about country life
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Book details

Publication
Published
May 14, 1999
First published
January 1, 1939
Publisher
Herald Press
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780836191240

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