Cover of Little house in Brookfield

Little house in Brookfield

by Maria D. Wilkes

Caroline Years; Little House

Reading Level 5-6 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 9-12

The text is written at a 5th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

Set in 1845, a young girl named Caroline learns to navigate life on the frontier in Brookfield, Wisconsin, after the loss of her father at sea. With her family facing new challenges, Caroline takes on important roles to support them, discovering courage and resilience along the way. This story invites readers to explore the early days of pioneer life through the eyes of a spirited and determined child.

Representation & Themes

FamilyFrontier and pioneer lifeComing of AgeHistorical

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Loss & Grief Family Change Mild Peril
Data confidence: standard

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Details

ISBN
0064406105
Pages
298
Published
1996
Type
Fiction
Word Count
47,905

Genres

Juvenile Fiction

Subjects

Ingalls, Caroline Lake Quiner -- Juvenile fictionIngalls, Caroline Lake Quiner -- FictionWilder, Laura Ingalls, 1867-1957 -- Family -- FictionFrontier and pioneer life -- Wisconsin -- FictionFamily life -- Wisconsin -- FictionWisconsin -- Fiction