A father loads up his precious fruit trees and vines and travels across five states to settle in Oregon. His children help protect the trees when storms and drought threaten the flora.
Hopkinson, D. (2004). Apples to Oregon: being the (slightly) true narrative of how a brave pioneer father brought apples, peaches, pears, plum, grapes and cherries (and children) across the plains. Atheneum Books for Young Readers, New York, NY.
Impressions: This book made me want to eat apples! The illustrations are delightful, simplistic and show the spirit of the book. There is an "author's note" at the end that explains the story behind the story.
Review:
Emily (BookHive (http://www.bookhive.org/))
What happens when a family with eight children travel from Iowa to Oregon with small apple, peach, pear, plum, grape, and cherry trees? Not only must the family and the plants fight the elements of drough and frost bite, but they also must deal with other travelers who insist the plants will not survive the journey. Can the family make it to Oregon with the plants intact? Detailed end pages add to this story and show the trip from Iowa to Oregon that the family traveled. Humorous illustrations show the various antics of the family as they climb over rocks and swim across rivers. Category: Humor; NCCBA. Grade Level: Primary (K - 3rd grade); Intermediate (4th - 6th grade). 2004, Antheneum Books for Young Readers. Ages 5 to 12.
(Retrieved from Children's Literture Reviews, Children's Literature Comprehensive Database)
Suggestions for classroom/library use:
This would be an excellent book to use while studying the Oregon trail or pioneers. Also, agriculture or farmers in America.
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