Pioneer Church

By Carolyn B. Otto

The promise of religious freedom compelled many European men and women to undertake the arduous journey to the New World. The church was a crucial part of the first communities established, serving as meeting place, school, and even as makeshift hospital. Most important, the church was a place where people were free to worship as they pleased.Based on the history of a real church in Brickerville, Pennsylvania, Pioneer Church is the story of one of the first American churches and the community that built it in the 1700's. Accessible text and striking art give young readers a glimpse of Americana in a time when freedom of religion was not taken for granted.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0805025545
• ISBN13: 9780805025545
• Release Date: October 1999
• Publisher: Henry Holt & Company
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 1.05 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 9.4" x 11.3"
• Age Range: 4 to 8 years
• Grade Range: Preschool to Grade 3

Customer Reviews

Beautiful illustrations, engaging text

I have used this book in my 2nd grade classroom to help children understand history over time and the importance of community. We have made a timeline of events referenced in the book and even made a replica of the pioneer church out of clay. I love this book!