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Little Town on the Prairie Literature Unit
This literature unit includes vocabulary words, definitions and activities, an anticipation guide, a literary element study, journal and discussion topics, a writing activity for each domain, comprehension activities, a research project, answer key, and MUCH MORE!
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Little Town on the Prairie Literature Unit
By Laura Ingalls Wilder
What would it be like to be a teenager living on a homestead on the South Dakota prairie in the 1880’s? In this seventh book of the famous “Little House” series the Ingalls family story continues in Dakota Territory. Family life changes as Mary leaves for college, and Laura takes a job in town to help with the family’s expenses. Once winter comes, the family moves to the town to escape the terrible weather. Life in the growing town brings many new friends for both Laura and her younger sister, Carrie, as well as the sudden reappearance of an old rival. Laura tries to concentrate on her schoolwork. However, problems with the new teacher and exciting social events with family and friends interfere with her resolve. Will she be able to pass her exams to become a teacher in the coming year? And why is Almanzo Wilder beginning to pay so much attention to her? Read this charming book to enjoy seeing how the Ingalls family changes, how Laura matures, and how she handles a surprising challenge and opportunity in the conclusion.
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