Cover of Rose & Alva

Rose & Alva

adapted from the Rose years books

by Roger Lea MacBride

Little House Chapter Books

Reading Level 3-4 Gentle (Lvl 1) Ages 5-8

The text is written at a 3rd grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for younger children (ages 5–8), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

Lonely on her family farm, Rose Wilder finds a new friend in Alva Stubbins, and together they dive into exciting adventures like catching crawdads, exploring hidden caves, and gathering pokeweed in the Ozarks. Their friendship brings fun and discovery to every day in the countryside. Perfect for young readers who love stories about friendship and outdoor fun.

Representation & Themes

FriendshipFamilyAdventureFarm LifeHistorical

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 1 — Gentle
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.

Data confidence: standard

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Details

ISBN
0064420957
Pages
71
Publisher
HarperCollins
Published
2000
Type
Fiction
Word Count
7,720

Genres

Juvenile Fiction

Subjects

Lane, Rose Wilder, 1886-1968 -- Juvenile fictionLane, Rose Wilder, 1886-1968 -- FictionWilder, Laura Ingalls, 1867-1957 -- Family -- FictionFarm life -- Missouri -- FictionMissouri -- FictionFamilyFarm lifeFictionJuvenile fictionChildren's fictionFarm life, fictionMissouri, fiction

People

Laura Ingalls Wilder (1867-1957)Rose Wilder Lane (1886-1968)

Places

Missouri