Danielle Smith-llera

Stranded in the Sierra Nevada: the Story of the Donner Party Danielle Smith-llera

Marc Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.; Examines the expedition of the Donner Party by discussing how they came to be stranded in the Sierra Nevada Mountains and the immediate and lasting effects their journey had on the nation as well as the people and places involved--; Provided by publisher.; Grades 4-6. Publisher Marketing: Imagine leaving your home and moving across the country to a new life on the unknown frontier. That s exactly what members of the Donner Party were trying to do in the mid-1800s when they traveled out west, chasing their dreams of a better life. But instead, many were destined to meet a cruel fate. Lively language, historical illustrations, and primary source journal entries from members of the Donner Party help readers feel as if they were a part of the journey. Meets Common Core critical thinking standards, and provides strong ties to social studies standards on westward expansion." Contributor Bio:  Smith-Llera, Danielle Danielle Smith-Llera s former life as a teacher led her to write books for young people. She has taught literature, writing, history, and visual arts to students ranging from elementary school to college. Danielle studied English and Visual Arts at Harvard University and exhibits her artwork internationally. As the spouse of a diplomat, she and her family have lived in Washington D. C., New Delhi, India and Kingston, Jamaica.