What is a Diary?; Meet Ivy: A Frontier Girl; Her New Home & Challenges; Friendship & Nature's Wonders; Community & Becoming a Writer

Ivy's Diary: A Frontier Story

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Ivy's Diary: A Frontier Story

Discover Ivy's exciting life on the American frontier through her diary.

Agenda

• What is a Diary?

• Meet Ivy: A Frontier Girl

• Her New Home & Challenges

• Friendship & Nature's Wonders

• Community & Becoming a Writer

What is a Diary?

A diary is a special book where you write down your personal thoughts and feelings. It's a private place to record what happens each day, like a fun field trip or a special family event. Think of it as your own secret storybook.

Capturing memories in a diary with photos and keepsakes.

Historical Fiction Fun!

Historical fiction stories are set in the past, blending real historical facts and settings with made-up characters. For example, a book might feature a young girl living during the Great Depression, facing challenges of that time. These books make history exciting and personal!

Girl journaling by window, inspired by historical fiction.

Meet Ivy!

Ivy is the main character of our story, and she writes in a special diary. She lives on the American frontier in the 1800s, a time when life was very different. Ivy might write about helping her family churn butter or seeing a new wagon train pass by.

Ivy's diary: A frontier girl's reflections and travel narratives.

A New Beginning

Ivy wrote her first diary entry on May 10th, 1848. Her family traveled for weeks in a covered wagon to reach their new home on the frontier. She felt both scared and excited about starting fresh in an unknown place.

Packing up for a new adventure, embracing change.

Ivy's Feelings: Moving Day

• Worried about leaving old friends.

• Sad to say goodbye to her home.

• Excited for new adventures.

• Hopeful about making new friends.

A Big Chore

Ivy helped her dad clear a rocky field. It was hard work, pulling out big rocks from the ground. She felt tired but also determined to finish the tough job with her father.

Boy pushing a rock, overcoming obstacles like Ivy's chore.

Ivy's Resilience

Ivy showed great resilience when she helped clear the difficult field. Even when she felt tired, she kept working hard. This means she never gave up easily, which is a strong character trait.

Young girl cultivates growth in a vibrant garden.

Making Friends

Ivy met Sarah, a girl from a neighboring cabin, while they were both gathering berries. They shared a lot of laughter during their berry picking, which quickly blossomed into a new friendship. This shows how simple, fun moments can help us connect with others.

Ivy's Diary: A Frontier Story

What is a Diary?; Meet Ivy: A Frontier Girl; Her New Home & Challenges; Friendship & Nature's Wonders; Community & Becoming a Writer

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