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Set in the early 20th‑century frontier, the story follows young Almanzo Wilder and his family as they journey to a bustling county fair in upstate New York. Through quiet moments and the sights and sounds of the fairgrounds, readers gain insight into the daily rhythms and hopes of pioneer families. The narrative, written at a level suitable for juvenile readers, captures the simple joys and challenges of rural life on the American frontier.
First publish date: October 1999
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Laura Ingalls Wilder
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