Laura Ingalls Wilder had such a vivid way of describing her everyday events that her writings have captured the imaginations of multiple generations. The universal themes of courage, hope and love in her books continue to inspire readers today. As author John E. Miller said, the Little House books “not only tell us what life…
Laura’s Frontier Fairy Tale
“Once upon a time, sixty years ago, a little girl lived in the Big Woods of Wisconsin, in a little gray house made of logs.” Little House in the Big Woods It is the opening line of an American classic, beloved by millions, instantly recognizable even to those who have never read the book Little…
Recommended Reading for Adults
As a researcher and biographer of Laura Ingalls Wilder, I’ve found the work of other Wilder authors and scholars both essential and illuminating. Listed below are titles that explore different areas of her life and work, often bringing entirely new and unexpected interpretations to a wide range of Wilder topics. The list includes classic titles,…
Dr. George A. Tann, Pioneer Physician and Neighbor to the Ingalls
Some of you may recall the doctor who helped the Ingalls family when they fell ill in Chapter 15 “Fever ‘N’ Ague” of Little House on the Prairie. He was based on George A. Tann, a pioneer, physician, and neighbor of the Ingalls family. To celebrate Black History Month, we are excited to explore the real…
Laura Ingalls Wilder: A Writer’s Life
Our Recommended Reading for Children & Young Adults and Recommended Reading for Adults articles have been popular resources for readers interested in Laura Ingalls Wilder and Little House on the Prairie. Here is a brief overview of Laura Ingalls Wilder: A Writer’s Life. Buy Now! Author: Pamela Smith Hill Publisher: South Dakota State Historical Society…
Pioneer Girl Perspectives: Exploring Laura Ingalls Wilder
Our Recommended Reading for Children & Young Adults and Recommended Reading for Adults articles have been popular resources for readers interested in Laura Ingalls Wilder and Little House on the Prairie. Here is a brief overview of Pioneer Girl Perspectives: Exploring Laura Ingalls Wilder. Buy Now! Editor: Nancy Tystad Koupal Publisher: South Dakota Historical Society…
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