Going West

Jean Van Leeuwen's "Going West" tells the inspiring story of a pioneer family's arduous journey during America's Westward Expansion. Readers follow Hannah and her family as they leave their old home behind, face the challenges of the open road, including harsh weather and river crossings, and ultimately seek a new life. This chapter book, suitable for ages 4-11, beautifully captures the spirit of adventure, perseverance, and family bonds, offering a gentle introduction to a significant period in American history. It's a tribute to the courage of those who forged new paths, making it an excellent choice for discussions about history, resilience, and the meaning of home.

Award-winning author Jean Van Leeuwen tells the moving story of a pioneer family during the Westward Expansion One day in early spring they packed everything they had into our wagon, and set out to find a new home. Sleeping under the stars, weathering terrible storms, and fording swollen rivers, Hannah and her family made the journey of a lifetime. An American Bookseller Pick of the Lists. "Like pages torn from a frontier journal, stirring sketches and lyrical text form a moving tribute to the brave families to whom the book is dedicated."—Publishers Weekly