The Long Way Westward
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Chapter Book · Ages 4–8 · 1989 · Est. 28 min read

The Long Way Westward

Written and illustrated by Joan Sandin

Part of the I Can Read series

Two brothers journey from New York to Minnesota, facing challenges and hope.

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64 pages· 1,621 words· Est. 28 min read· 530L
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Join two young brothers as they embark on a journey from bustling New York to the farmlands of Minnesota. As Swedish immigrants, they navigate the challenges and excitement of starting anew in America. Will they find the promise of a better life, or will the perils of their journey prove too daunting? This tale of resilience and optimism captures the spirit of the immigrant experience in the 1860s, offering a glimpse into the trials and triumphs of seeking a new home. Discover the adventure and hope that drive their quest for a fresh start.

From the publisher

In 1957, Harper published its first I Can Readd title, Little Bear, written by Else Holmelund Minarik and illustrated by Maurice Sendak. Large type, simple vocabulary, chapter-like divisions, and decorative pictures made Little Bear perfect for emerging readers

At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
64
Words
1,621
Reading age
4–8
Audience
Early Reader
Lexile
530L
Themes & topics
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
2.9
F&P level
~N
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
137320
Publication
Published
January 30, 1992
First published
January 1, 1989
Publisher
HarperCollins
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780064441988
LCCN
89002024
OCLC
25605118

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