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Author
Publisher
Pleasant Co
Physical Desc
64 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 23 cm.
Language
English
Description
A tough Minnesota winter brings many changes to Kirsten's frontier life, including the new responsibility of helping her brother Lars set his traps and a move into a new house for her family.
Author
Series
Publisher
Pleasant Publications
Pub. Date
2000.
Physical Desc
39 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 16 cm.
Language
English
Description
When a new girl arrives at school, Kirsten is jealous, completely forgetting how scared and lonely she felt the year before when she was the new girl in school. Gives instructions for making a friendship pillow like those made in the 1850s.
Author
Series
Publisher
Pleasant Company Publications
Pub. Date
2001.
Physical Desc
31 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 16 cm.
Language
English
Description
In 1856, Kirsten and her cousins look after the farm while the adults go to town for supplies, and everything is fine--until a blizzard surprises them.
Author
Series
Publisher
American Girl
Pub. Date
2002.
Physical Desc
70 pages : illustrations (some color), maps ; 23 cm.
Language
English
Description
While looking for Steps High, the horse that had been stolen from her, Kaya faces danger from a sudden mountain fire. Includes historical notes on the Nez Percé Indians.
Author
Series
Publisher
American Girl
Pub. Date
[2002]
Physical Desc
81 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 23 cm.
Language
English
Description
Still grieving over the death of her hero, and missing her stolen horse and kidnapped younger sister, Kaya tries to earn the trust of a lone and starving dog who is about to have puppies. Includes historical notes on Nez Percé children.
Author
Series
Publisher
Pleasant Co
Pub. Date
[2002]
Language
English
Description
When Kaya and her family join with other Nez Percé and Salish Indians to fish for the red salmon, she and her older sister hope to be reunited with their younger sister, who had been kidnapped some time before. Includes historical notes on the summer activities of the Nez Percé Indians.
Author
Series
Publisher
Pleasant Company
Pub. Date
2002.
Language
English
Description
In 1764, Kaya greatly admires a courageous and kind young woman in her Nez Percé village and wants to be worthy of her respect. Includes historical notes on the winter activities of the Nez Percé Indians, including ceremonies and crafts.
Author
Series
Publisher
Pleasant Company
Pub. Date
2002.
Language
English
Description
In 1764, when Kaya and her family reunite with other Nez Percé Indians to fish for the red salmon, she learns that bragging, even about her swift horse, can lead to trouble. Includes historical notes on the Nez Percé Indians.
Author
Publisher
Pleasant Co
Pub. Date
2003.
Physical Desc
38 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 15 cm.
Language
English
Description
Kaya becomes jealous of a girl from another tribe until they are forced to work together in a dangerous situation. Includes historical notes on Indian trading along the Columbia River in 1764, as well as instructions for creating a petroglyph.
Author
Publisher
Pleasant Co. Publications
Pub. Date
[2005]
Physical Desc
132 pages : color illustrations ; 18 cm.
Language
English
Description
In 1765, the arrival of an injured stranger from another tribe, traveling alone and apparently unable to speak, arouses suspicion in Kaya's Nez Percé village. Includes glossary and historical notes on the Nez Percé Indians.
Author
Publisher
Recorded Books
Pub. Date
[2010]
Edition
Unabridged.
Physical Desc
6 CDs (7 hr., 45 min.) : digital ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Description
Kaya is an adventurous Nez Perce girl growing up before America became a country. When her courage is tested, Kaya draws strength from the traditions and legends her elders share. Kaya listens closely, because she dreams of one day becoming a leader for her people just like Swan Circling, the bold warrior woman who is her hero.
Author
Publisher
Recorded Books
Pub. Date
[2011]
Edition
Unabridged.
Physical Desc
6 CDs (6 hrs. 30 min.) : digital ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Description
"Taking place in 1854, Kirsten's stories follow the young Swedish immigrant and her family as they attempt to start a new life on a farm in frontier Minnesota. This collection includes: Meet Kirsten, Kirsten Learns a Lesson, Kirsten's Surprise, Happy Birthday, Kirsten!, Kirsten Saves the Day, and Changes for Kirsten."--Container.
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