Book details
Little Farm in the Ozarks (Little House, The Rocky Ridge Years)
Published in
1994
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Description
The second book in the Rose Years series, the story of the spirited daughter of the author of the beloved Little House series. Rose Wilder, Laura Ingalls Wilder's daughter, is the last of the Little House girls. Going fishing for the first time, starting in a new school, saving the farmhouse from a fire--these are just a few things that happen during young Rose Wilder's first year at Rocky Ridge Farm. She and her parents, Laura and Almanzo, have moved to the Missouri Ozarks to begin a new life. Rose feels out of place as the new girl in her class but gradually gains confidence, and Rocky Ridge truly becomes her home.
Age
8-12
Text complexity
intermediate
Length
286 pages
Book in series
#2
Why to read
- Historical Insight: 'Little Farm in the Ozarks' provides readers with a rich, detailed portrayal of life in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, offering a window into the past and the challenges and triumphs of rural living during that era.
- Continuation of a Beloved Series: As part of 'The Rocky Ridge Years' series, this book continues the story of the Ingalls family, allowing fans of Laura Ingalls Wilder's original 'Little House' books to follow the next generation's adventures and experiences.
- Values and Life Lessons: The book imparts important values such as hard work, perseverance, and the importance of family and community. These timeless lessons are woven into the narrative, making it a meaningful read for both children and adults.
- Engaging Storytelling: Roger Lea MacBride, a protégé of Laura Ingalls Wilder's daughter Rose, carries on the tradition of engaging storytelling with vivid descriptions of the Ozarks' landscape and a narrative that captures the spirit of pioneer life, making it an enjoyable and captivating read.