Overview

A valuable companion to the Little House books that encourages readers to think deeper about real-life stories

 The Laura Ingalls Wilder Companion helps eager readers experience and discover Wilder's books like never before. Author Annette Whipple encourages children to engage in pioneer activities while thinking deeper about the Ingalls and Wilder families as portrayed in the nine Little House books. This valuable companion provides brief introductions to each Little House book, chapter-by-chapter story guides, "Fact or Fiction" sidebars, plus 75 activities, crafts, and recipes that encourage kids to "Live Like Laura" using easy-to-find supplies. Thoughtful questions help the reader develop appreciation and understanding for stories. Every aspiring adventurer will enjoy this walk alongside Laura from the big woods to the golden years.

Reviews

"The Laura Ingalls Wilder Companion . . . is a useful tool for reading and teaching Wilder's pioneer series." —William Anderson, author of Laura Ingalls Wilder: A Biography, A Little House Sampler, and Laura Ingalls Wilder Country 

"A fun and comprehensive look at the popular Little House series ...Whipple's book is packed with photographs, chapter-by-chapter background information and analysis, and a wealth of hands-on activities straight from the novels' pages." —Brandon Marie Miller, author of Women of the Frontier

Author Biography

 Annette Whipple holds a BS in elementary education and has taught children and adults in various settings for more than 20 years. She is the creator of online resources for fans of Laura Ingalls Wilder's Little House book series. Visit her at www.annettewhipple.com. She lives in Oxford, Pennsylvania.