Chapter Book · Ages 4–8 · 1978
Wagon Wheels
Three brothers trek 150 miles alone to reunite with their father in post-Civil War Kansas.
64 pages· 1,670 words· Est. 28 min read
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Summary: In 1878, the Muldie brothers face a daunting journey across Kansas after their father leaves to find better land. With their mother gone, the boys—ages eleven, eight, and three—must rely on each other to survive the wilderness and reach their new home. As they navigate the challenges of the frontier, they encounter unexpected allies and dangers. Will they find their father and the promise of a new beginning? This true story of resilience and adventure offers a glimpse into the lives of Black homesteaders and the bonds that sustain them.


