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Fiction - The Long Way to a New Land (I Can Read Level 3)

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Book Synopsis: "We will go to America!" This classic early reader tells an exciting story and is also a good launching pad for classroom and home discussions. Here is a realistic account of the struggles of European immigrants in the 19th century. This book is a helpful supplement to a history class and a courageous, compelling story for any occasion. The year is 1868 and Sweden is a barren land of poverty and famine. Carl Erik and his family receive a letter from an uncle in America. The uncle realizes that the Erik family is near the end of their rope, and encourages them to move abroad to make a new life. The family sells all their personal items and begins a long trek across land and sea to America.… As a fan of this book and its companion, The Long Way Westward, put it: "The books describe the difficulty and dangers of the journey in a way that is non-complaining and full of optimism for a new life in America. Teachers, these books are wonderful for integrating with other subjects and topics, such as immigration, westward expansion, steamships, trains, geography, and American life in the 1860s."Author-artist Joan Sandin's grandfather was born in Sweden and immigrated to Wisconsin with his parents in 1882, when he was only two. Joan herself spent time in Sweden and did extensive research to create her well-loved classic books about the immigrant experience.

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Are you ready for an adventure that will transport you back in time and across the globe? Look no further than The Long Way to a New Land (I Can Read Level 3)! Immerse yourself in a realistic account of the struggles faced by European immigrants in the 19th century. This captivating book provides a valuable supplement to history classes and serves as a courageous, compelling story for all readers.

Step into the shoes of Carl Erik and his family as they embark on a life-changing journey from the poverty-stricken lands of Sweden to the land of dreams - America. It's 1868, and the Eriks are determined to leave their hardships behind. With just a letter from their uncle as their beacon of hope, they sell all their possessions and set out on a treacherous trek across land and sea.

Don't just take our word for it! One devoted reader had the following to say about this book and its companion, The Long Way Westward: "The books describe the difficulty and dangers of the journey in a way that is non-complaining and full of optimism for a new life in America." Teachers, listen up! These books are not only great for captivating young minds, but also for integrating with various subjects and topics such as immigration, westward expansion, steamships, trains, geography, and American life in the 1860s.

Authored and beautifully illustrated by Joan Sandin, whose own family history inspired this tale, this beloved classic truly captures the immigrant experience. Joan's personal connection to the story, combined with her extensive research, brings authenticity and relatability to every page. Share in the triumphs and tribulations of the Erik family as they bravely chase their dreams.

Are you ready to embark on a literary journey unlike any other? Take the first step towards discovering the magic of The Long Way to a New Land (I Can Read Level 3) by clicking here. Experience the heartfelt story, while also gaining a deeper understanding of history and human resilience.

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