Famous Women in History: Sacagawea, Guide to the Corps of Discovery (Curious Fox Books) True Story for Kids Ages 8 and Up - Biography of a Native American Guide on the Lewis and Clark Expedition
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Inspiring biography of Sacagawea for kids who love true adventure stories, brave women in history, and the Lewis and Clark Expedition.
For kids in grades 4-6, with a grade 5 reading level, ideal for independent reading, family read aloud, homeschooling, and classroom libraries Sacagawea's remarkable life, from her Lemhi Shoshone childhood to becoming an essential translator on the Corps of Discovery expedition Real history made kid-friendly with clear chapters plus contextual side stories that explain key people, places, and events Full-color, highly visual pages featuring historical photos, color illustrations, and maps Built-in research support with timeline, chapter notes, further reading and website recommendations, glossary, and index
Famous Women in History: Sacagawea: Guide to the Corps of Discovery is a paperback biography for kids ages 8 and up that introduces a young Native American mother whose strength and courage helped shape U.S. history.
Born into the Lemhi Shoshone tribe in 1788, Sacagawea experienced an often difficult early life, including being kidnapped into slavery at age 12 and forced to marry a violent man at age 16. Not long after, she met Lewis and Clark. With a young infant in tow, she made history as a guide and translator during the Corps of Discovery Expedition to explore the newly acquired western territories of the United States.
This engaging nonfiction book blends historical facts with age-appropriate discussion of the mysteries surrounding Sacagawea, including speculated accounts, what is known about her later years, and the conflicting details of her death. Side stories add context about the expedition and the people connected to it, including Lewis, Clark, and Jean Baptiste Charbonneau.
Kids who enjoy narrative nonfiction, American history, and biographies about famous women will love the approachable writing and visual storytelling. Along with archival images and illustrations, the book includes maps and helpful back matter, making it a strong choice for book reports, research projects, and social studies reading.
Encourage curiosity, courage, and confidence with Famous Women in History: Sacagawea — an unforgettable story of perseverance and exploration.
For kids in grades 4-6, with a grade 5 reading level, ideal for independent reading, family read aloud, homeschooling, and classroom libraries Sacagawea's remarkable life, from her Lemhi Shoshone childhood to becoming an essential translator on the Corps of Discovery expedition Real history made kid-friendly with clear chapters plus contextual side stories that explain key people, places, and events Full-color, highly visual pages featuring historical photos, color illustrations, and maps Built-in research support with timeline, chapter notes, further reading and website recommendations, glossary, and index
Famous Women in History: Sacagawea: Guide to the Corps of Discovery is a paperback biography for kids ages 8 and up that introduces a young Native American mother whose strength and courage helped shape U.S. history.
Born into the Lemhi Shoshone tribe in 1788, Sacagawea experienced an often difficult early life, including being kidnapped into slavery at age 12 and forced to marry a violent man at age 16. Not long after, she met Lewis and Clark. With a young infant in tow, she made history as a guide and translator during the Corps of Discovery Expedition to explore the newly acquired western territories of the United States.
This engaging nonfiction book blends historical facts with age-appropriate discussion of the mysteries surrounding Sacagawea, including speculated accounts, what is known about her later years, and the conflicting details of her death. Side stories add context about the expedition and the people connected to it, including Lewis, Clark, and Jean Baptiste Charbonneau.
Kids who enjoy narrative nonfiction, American history, and biographies about famous women will love the approachable writing and visual storytelling. Along with archival images and illustrations, the book includes maps and helpful back matter, making it a strong choice for book reports, research projects, and social studies reading.
Encourage curiosity, courage, and confidence with Famous Women in History: Sacagawea — an unforgettable story of perseverance and exploration.
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