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...

• 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!