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Zoe and her family settle in the Nebraska territory, where they must adapt to the hardships of pioneer life. Together, they discover resilience in each other and the community as they build their new home.
The story follows the family’s journey through the hardships of frontier settlement and the bonds that keep them united, offering a gentle glimpse into early frontier living for young readers.
First publish date: 1995
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Eve Bunting
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