Memoir and Biography

Little House on the Prairie

By Laura Ingalls Wilder

I think Little House on the Prairie is one of the most famous books about pioneer life. Laura Ingalls Wilder wrote a lot of books about her experience growing up on the frontier. Since she is locally famous as well I hope that this book could connect with my students. It gives a first hand account of what life was really like for families during the westward expansion.

Laura Ingalls Wilder: A Biography

By William Anderson

This biography might be useful to read along with Little House on the Prairie to get a more full view of who Laura Ingalls Wilder is.