Big Woods
What does Pa make by tapping trees?
maple syrup
What is Almanzo especially known for?
Strong work ethic
What is the blessed man compared to in Psalm 1?
A tree planted by water
Why did pioneers make many things themselves?
Stores were far and not much money
What kinds of games did pioneer children play?
jacks, marbles, cat's cradle, homemade games
What season does Little House begin in?
Winter
What animal did Almanzo care for regularly?
Horses and cows
When should we meditate on God's word
day & night
How did children help their families?
Chores
What ingredients are needed for applesauce?
apples. water, lemon juice, cinnamon
What instrument does Pa play?
Fiddle
What food did Almanzo's mom make that he loved?
Donuts
What happens to the leaves of the tree?
They do not wither
How did pioneers travel long distances?
covered wagons
Who said it? "Hard work comes before reward?"
Almanzo's father
The Ingalls family had little possessions but what did they have an abundance of?
Gratitude and love
Where does the Wilder family live?
Farm in New York
Recite Micah 6:8
He has told you, O man, what is good and what does the Lord require of you but to do justice, and to love kindness, and to walk humbly with your God.
What did pioneers do for entertainment?
music, storytelling, games
What lessons from our books still matter today?
hard work, gratitude, God, family
What did Pa hang above the door and why?
A gun for wild animals
What was Almanzo saving money for?
A colt
Recite Psalm 1:1-3
Blessed is the man...
Why was food preservation so important to pioneers?
To survive the winter
Name the 5 most important characters from our books.
Laura, Mary, Ma, Pa, Almanzo