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Rescue on the Oregon Trail (Ranger in Time, #1)

Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2015

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Kate Messner

Rescue on the Oregon Trail

Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2015
Book Details
Pages

144

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Oregon Trail • 1850s

Topic
Publication Year

2015

Audience

Middle grade

Recommended Reading Age

7-10 years

Lexile Level

690L

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Super Short Summary

In Research Rescue on the Oregon Trail by Kate Messner, a student seeks help traveling back in time to the 1800s along the Oregon Trail. The story involves a blend of historical exploration and adventure as the student learns about the challenges and experiences of travelers during that era.

Adventurous

Emotional

Reviews & Readership

4.4

3,554 ratings

82%

Loved it

14%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Rescue on the Oregon Trail by Kate Messner is praised for its engaging blend of history and adventure, making it a captivating read for young audiences. The story's educational aspect is appreciated, though some feel character development could be deeper. Overall, it effectively balances excitement with historical learning, holding strong appeal for middle-grade readers.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Rescue on the Oregon Trail?

A reader who enjoys Rescue on the Oregon Trail by Kate Messner is typically a middle-grade student interested in adventure, history, and time travel. Fans of Magic Tree House by Mary Pope Osborne and I Survived series by Lauren Tarshis would appreciate its blend of historical insight and exciting narrative.

4.4

3,554 ratings

82%

Loved it

14%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

144

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Oregon Trail • 1850s

Topic
Publication Year

2015

Audience

Middle grade

Recommended Reading Age

7-10 years

Lexile Level

690L

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