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Life on the Oregon Trail

by Gary L. Blackwood

Way People Live

Reading Level 8-9 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 13+

The text is written at a 8th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for teens (ages 13+), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

Journey back in time to experience the challenges and hopes of pioneers traveling the Oregon Trail. Discover how families braved long days, tough terrain, and new friendships while seeking a fresh start in the West. Along the way, witness the vibrant social customs and encounters that shaped their incredible adventure.

Representation & Themes

HistoricalAdventureFrontier and pioneer lifeSocial life and customs

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Mild Peril Cultural Interaction
Data confidence: standard

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Details

ISBN
1560065400
Pages
111
Publisher
Lucent Books
Published
1999
Type
Nonfiction
Word Count
27,762

Genres

History

Subjects

Pioneers -- Oregon National Historic Trail -- Social life and customs -- Juvenile literature.Frontier and pioneer life -- West (U.S.) -- Juvenile literature.Overland journeys to the Pacific -- Juvenile literature.Pioneers.Frontier and pioneer life -- West (U.S.)Overland journeys to the Pacific.Oregon National Historic Trail -- Juvenile literature.Oregon National Historic Trail.West (U.S.) -- Social life and customs.