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Book Synopsis: America, at last! This classic early reader tells an exciting story and is also a good launching pad for classroom and home discussions. The Long Way Westward relates the experiences of two young brothers and their family, immigrants from Sweden, from their arrival in New York through the journey to their new home in Minnesota. This lively sequel to The Long Way to a New Land follows the fortunes of Carl Erik’s family from New York City to the farmlands of Minnesota. "Historically accurate; will attract competent primary-grade readers and will be equally suitable for less able readers in intermediate grades." (School Library Journal) As a fan of this book and its companion, The Long Way to a New Land, 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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Experience the captivating journey of two young brothers and their family in "The Long Way Westward (I Can Read Level 3)" book. This classic early reader not only tells an exciting story, but also serves as an excellent starting point for discussions in both classroom and home settings. Follow Carl Erik's family, immigrants from Sweden, as they embark on a fascinating adventure from their arrival in New York to their new home in Minnesota. Get lost in the historically accurate pages that will engage competent primary-grade readers and provide an equally suitable experience for those in intermediate grades. Dive into this immersive tale that integrates seamlessly with other subjects such as immigration, westward expansion, steamships, trains, geography, and American life in the 1860s.
Author-artist Joan Sandin brings to life the immigrant experience with "The Long Way Westward" book. Inspired by her own family history, Joan's grandfather, who was born in Sweden, migrated to Wisconsin with his parents in 1882 at the tender age of two. Drawing from her own experiences in Sweden and conducting extensive research, Joan has crafted a well-loved classic that will both educate and entertain readers. Immerse yourself in the vivid illustrations and relatable characters that will transport you to a bygone era. Allow this heartwarming tale to ignite your imagination and inspire meaningful conversations about heritage, family, and the pursuit of a better life.
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