The First Four Years by Laura Ingalls Wilder

The First Four Years

Little House #9

Laura Ingalls Wilder with Garth Williams (Illustrator)

134 pages • first pub 1971 (view editions)

fiction classics historical middle grade emotional reflective sad medium-paced
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The First Four Years is ideal for readers seeking an emotionally resonant journey through the trials and resilience of pioneer life, blending poignant historical reflection with timeless family values.

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The ninth and final book in Laura Ingalls Wilder's classic Little House series. This middle grade novel is an excellent choice for tween readers in grades 5 to 6, especially during homeschooling. It's a fun way to keep your child entertained and e...

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Community Reviews

3.65
based on 4,652 reviews

Moods

emotional: 57%

sad: 48%

adventurous: 30%

hopeful: 29%

reflective: 28%

lighthearted: 25%

informative: 19%

inspiring: 19%

challenging: 18%

relaxing: 6%

dark: 5%

tense: 5%

funny: 2%

Pace

53% of readers chose fast
37% of readers chose medium
9% of readers chose slow
fast
medium
slow

Plot or character driven?

31% of readers chose Plot
39% of readers chose A mix
28% of readers chose Character
Plot
A mix
Character

Strong character development?

42% of readers chose Yes
9% of readers chose Complicated
47% of readers chose No
Yes
Complicated
No

Loveable characters?

74% of readers chose Yes
17% of readers chose Complicated
6% of readers chose No
1% of readers chose N/A
Yes
Complicated
No
N/A

Diverse cast of characters?

9% of readers chose Yes
5% of readers chose Complicated
82% of readers chose No
2% of readers chose N/A
Yes
Complicated
No
N/A

Flaws of characters a main focus?

10% of readers chose Yes
23% of readers chose Complicated
66% of readers chose No
Yes
Complicated
No

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