Little House #1 : Little House in the Big Woods

Little House in the Big Woods

Paperback
Pages: 170
Date of Release: 1932

Literary awards : Lewis Carroll Shelf Award (1958)

A heartwarming classic by Laura Ingalls Wilder, Little House in the Big Woods introduces young readers to the beginnings of America’s most beloved pioneer family.

Inside a snug little log house deep in the Wisconsin woods live the Ingalls family—Ma, Pa, Mary, Laura, and baby Carrie. Beyond their door lies the untamed wilderness, home to bears, wolves, bees, and deer. Through changing seasons, hard work, storytelling, and close family bonds, Laura learns what it means to grow up on the American frontier, where daily life is filled with warmth, wonder, and occasional fear.

Beautifully illustrated by Garth Williams, this timeless rural coming-of-age story celebrates family, resilience, and life close to nature. Loved by generations and adapted into a popular TV series, it continues to captivate young readers who enjoy classic tales like Anne of Green Gables, Little Women, and Heidi.

Perfect for readers aged 8+, this book offers comforting escapism and an unforgettable glimpse into pioneer life.

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