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School Library Journal
Reviewed on September 1, 2010
Gr 1–3—When the Clearwaters start their journey west in a covered wagon, a mishap separates Granny and her grandson Little Critter from the others. They travel across the scorching-hot prairie in an effort to find their missing family members. When they grow thirsty, Granny performs a rain dance "taught to her by her grandpappy with itchy feet." They eat fried prickly pear cooked over mesquite. They eventually reach a lake where Granny teaches L...Log In or Sign Up to Read More
Horn Book Guide
Reviewed on January 1, 2010
While the Clearwater family is heading West, Granny and "Little Critter" are thrown from the wagon and must find their way bac...Log In or Sign Up to Read More




