How I Survived the Oregon Trail — Laura Wilson

The pioneer life, seen through one boy s eyes. The Oregon Trail was full of danger & discomfort. The covered wagons were so bumpy that most pioneers preferred to walk, & hundreds died of cholera on the 2,000-mile journey. Still, thousands of men, women, & children pushed on in search of a new life. Here is the story of one family s inspiring adventure, told in the voice of an inquisitive 10-year-old boy. Jesse s diary is accompanied by authentic photographs, games, recipes, & a fold-out map to help today s readers experience what it was like to live through an unforgettable time & place in American history. Author Laura Wilson, the real voice of Jesse Adams, has created a journal based on authentic pioneer diaries & letters. Illustrations.