Agnes's Rescue

Experience a true American adventure through the eyes of a child who walked it. Nine-year-old Agnes hopes for a better life in America-but will she survive the journey to her new home? (children 6 - 12 years, first - seventh grades)

Leaving her brother in Scotland (her father already lost at sea), Agnes sails with her mother and siblings to New York in 1856. They take a train to the edge of the Western Frontier in Iowa then walk 1,200 miles with little food. Somewhere near the Continental Divide, Agnes's shoes wear out. In blizzard conditions, she must now cross the Rocky Mountains-barefoot.

Taken from Agnes Caldwell Southworth's autobiography, see this real immigration story through the eyes of a child who lived it. Set in an important era of American history, this hybrid picture book transcends culture and time, lauding the courage, faith, and determination of all who seek a better life. 1,500 read-aloud words retold by award-winning author and media professor Karl Beckstrand (Horse & Dog Adventures-click Karl Beckstrand above to see 60 multicultural books) and Veara Southworth Fife.

 #1 in the Young American Immigrants series (stand alone, previous title not required, LDS). Other books in this biographical children's series: Ida's Witness, Anna's Prayer, Samuel Sailing. 32 full-color illustrations, 8.5"x8.5", hard cover, soft cover, or ebook about immigrant kids and families; Premio Publishing & Gozo Books (worldwide rights April 2021); more inside images/lesson plans/video book trailers: Premiobooks.com and libraries. LCCN: 2021931888; JNF053240, JNF020011, JNF019180, JNF025200, JNF007120, JNF057000, JNF038060, JNF007080; soft ISBN: 978-1975888831, hard 978-1951599119, eISBN: 978-1005577032