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Format:Hardcover
Review from Shaun, aged 8, who read it:
I liked the good detail on the cover. The storyline got a big thumbs up from me...I've previously read Little House on the Prairie books, and I enjoyed Anna's Blizzard just as much. I loved it all. My favorite part was when John Jacob was rescued by Anna from the Blizzard. Top, the horse who stars alongside Anna, is my favorite character from the book. John Jacob is my next favorite because he and Anna are always up for adventures together.
Review from Michelle:
Anna's Blizzard is a delightful, well researched story of Nebraska prairie life, showing the hardships and friendships, as well as the lifestyle. I enjoy historical fiction, and this one is no exception. It's really accessible for middle school aged children and was a page turner throughout. The difference in life on the prairie, and historical changes, as well as the adventures this book offers make it a very interesting read. This would be an excellent book to read as an introduction into prairie life for children. I love the extra information in the back which gives detailed explanations of some of the history of the Prairie and lifestyle within the pages, along with illustrations. It's packed full of information and just the right size for chapter-a-night readers.
I liked the good detail on the cover. The storyline got a big thumbs up from me...I've previously read Little House on the Prairie books, and I enjoyed Anna's Blizzard just as much. I loved it all. My favorite part was when John Jacob was rescued by Anna from the Blizzard. Top, the horse who stars alongside Anna, is my favorite character from the book. John Jacob is my next favorite because he and Anna are always up for adventures together.
Review from Michelle:
Anna's Blizzard is a delightful, well researched story of Nebraska prairie life, showing the hardships and friendships, as well as the lifestyle. I enjoy historical fiction, and this one is no exception. It's really accessible for middle school aged children and was a page turner throughout. The difference in life on the prairie, and historical changes, as well as the adventures this book offers make it a very interesting read. This would be an excellent book to read as an introduction into prairie life for children. I love the extra information in the back which gives detailed explanations of some of the history of the Prairie and lifestyle within the pages, along with illustrations. It's packed full of information and just the right size for chapter-a-night readers.
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30 Aug 2011
By Cyndi
- Published on Amazon.com
Format:Hardcover
I stayed up late the night I received this book. I could not go to sleep until I found out how the children in "Anna's Blizzard" managed in the storm. This riveting historical fiction book by Alison Hart brings life on the prairie in the late 1800's alive for young readers. The story of the "Children's Blizzard" is narrated by Anna, a reluctant student. Readers will get a snapshot of Anna's home life and her experiences in a one-room soddy school during one of the worst blizzards of the century. Anna's horse, Top Hat, plays an important role in the story so horse lovers will love it as well. The author includes historical information about the "Schoolchildren's Blizzard" and life on the prairie in an appendix.
I would have loved to have had this chapter book as a third grade teacher. It would appeal to both the girls and the boys and would have been a great choice to enrich our Social Studies and Reading curricula.
I would have loved to have had this chapter book as a third grade teacher. It would appeal to both the girls and the boys and would have been a great choice to enrich our Social Studies and Reading curricula.
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Great book for kids
23 Jan 2011
By Elizabeth
- Published on Amazon.com
Format:Hardcover
This is going to be a quick review.
Anna's Blizzard is definitely a children's book. It reminded me of the American Girl books that I used to read when I was in elementary school. This book is pretty short at only 141 pages, but I had a hard time getting through it because it was just too young and simple for me. If I read this book at the age when I still enjoyed those American Girl books, then I am pretty sure I would have loved this book. It is the kind of book that sneaks a history lesson into the story since it is based on the winter storm of 1888 in Nebraska. If you have young children, I have no doubt that they will enjoy this book.
Anna's Blizzard is definitely a children's book. It reminded me of the American Girl books that I used to read when I was in elementary school. This book is pretty short at only 141 pages, but I had a hard time getting through it because it was just too young and simple for me. If I read this book at the age when I still enjoyed those American Girl books, then I am pretty sure I would have loved this book. It is the kind of book that sneaks a history lesson into the story since it is based on the winter storm of 1888 in Nebraska. If you have young children, I have no doubt that they will enjoy this book.
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