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New Release

Carrie Ingalls: The Forgotten Sister

   

While her sister Laura chronicled their life on the frontier, Carrie Ingalls forged her own path. This is the story of the “forgotten” sister, a frail child who grew into a resilient woman of the American West. From the hardships of pioneer life, Carrie emerged as an independent journalist, newspaper editor, and landowner, quietly shaping the futures of fellow homesteaders and proving that strength comes in many forms.

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About The Forgotten Sister

Who is Carrie Ingalls?

  

This is the remarkable story of the often-overlooked sister who helped shape America’s frontier spirit.


Carrie Ingalls and her family have left an indelible mark on American history. Eleven beloved books by Laura Ingalls Wilder depict their adventurous life on the rugged Western frontier, captivating millions since their first publication in the 1930s. These fascinating stories also came to life in the iconic TV series, The Little House on the Prairie.

Yet, amid these tales, Laura’s younger sister, Caroline Celestia Ingalls—Carrie—remains a shadowy figure in the narrative. As she matured, 

Carrie forged her own path as a pioneering journalist, a savvy landowner, and a trailblazing newspaper editor. She witnessed the westward expansion firsthand and played a pivotal role in empowering pioneers to claim their land. and developments to provide students with the most effective strategies for success.

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I love every part of the Ingalls family. I have read the Little House on the Prairie series by Laura Ingalls Wilder. I have also watched each episode of Little House on the Prairie many times. In fact, I am currently re-watching it again. 

I was excited to find a book about Carrie Ingalls, The Forgotten Sister, by Clarissa Willis. I looked forward to reading it, and I was very happy with it; I only wish it had been a little longer. I really enjoyed learning more about Carrie and her path into adulthood. Carrie became a self-reliant journalist, newspaper editor, and landowner. 

When I started reading about Carrie’s life, I was determined not to let anything distract me, and I succeeded. I finished it in one sitting, but honestly, that was easy because it’s a short story about the Ingalls family, full of details about Carrie’s experiences, which I really enjoyed. 

I highly recommend Carrie Ingalls: The Forgotten Sister to all fans of Little House on the Prairie. Make sure to get your copy of Carrie Ingalls: The Forgotten Sister today!

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Resource Guide to The Forgotten Sister

Teacher Resource Guide- The Forgotten Sister (pdf)

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