Westward to Home
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Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2001 · Est. 1.5 hour read

Westward to Home

Book #1 in the My America series

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

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112 pages· 11,348 words· Est. 1.5 hour read
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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.

From the publisher

Acclaimed author Patricia Hermes introduces readers to Joshua McCullough in 1848, as he and his family set off for Oregon on a wagon train in the paperback edition of Westward To Home.

At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
112
Words
11,348
Reading age
7–10
Audience
Juvenile Reader
Lexile
540L
Themes & topics
Books about pioneer lifeBooks about Oregon TrailBooks about survivalBooks about familiesBooks about coming of age
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The fine print

Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
3.1
F&P level
~N
AR points
1
AR interest level
MG
AR quiz
50170
Publication
Published
February 1, 2001
First published
January 1, 2001
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780439112093

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