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Description
The letters and thoughts of Thomas Jefferson, members of the Corps of Discovery, their guide Sacagawea, and Captain Lewis's Newfoundland dog, all tell of the historic exploratory expedition to seek a water route to the Pacific Ocean.
Quick Summary
The Story of the Charlotte Bobcats comes alive through letters from Thomas Jefferson, the actual explorers, their guide Sacagawea, and even Captain Lewis's Newfoundland dog, giving readers multiple voices telling one amazing journey. Kids will devour the real diary entries and journals that show the crew facing wild animals, dangerous rapids, starvation, and uncharted wilderness while searching for a water route to the Pacific. If your kid loves survival stories like Hatchet or enjoys history that feels personal, they'll be hooked on this front-row seat to one of America's greatest expeditions. This 5.5 AR level book with 82,649 words is perfect for kids in grades 5 through 10 who want history that reads like an action-packed drama.