59 pages • 1 hour read
Laura Ingalls WilderLittle House in the Big Woods
Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 1932A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more. For select classroom titles, we also provide Teaching Guides with discussion and quiz questions to prompt student engagement.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
In Little House in the Big Woods, Laura Ingalls Wilder shares an autobiographical narrative of her family's life as homesteading pioneers in 1871 Wisconsin, detailing daily chores, seasonal activities, family visits, a birthday, and a trip to town, all while illustrating themes of self-reliance, duty, and family life.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Little House in the Big Woods by Laura Ingalls Wilder transports readers to pioneer life with vivid storytelling and historical detail. Positives include its charming and educational depiction of frontier life and strong family values. However, some readers find the narrative slow and lacking in major plot developments. Overall, it remains a beloved classic for its nostalgic and authentic portrayal of American history.
Who Should Read Little House in the Big Woods ?
Readers who cherish Anne of Green Gables or The Secret Garden will delight in Little House in the Big Woods. Enthusiasts of pioneer life, historical fiction, and heartwarming family tales set in rustic landscapes will find this memoir-style narrative captivating. It suits both young readers and adults who appreciate timeless, wholesome storytelling.
RecommendedReading Age
8-12yearsLexile Level
930LBook Details
Historical Fiction
Children's Literature
Western
Relationships: Family