In celebration of the one-year anniversary of our wonderful book club, we dive into the second book in the LHOTP series, written by our beloved Laura Ingall Wilder! In Farmer Boy, we are transported to the Wilder homestead in 1860s New York where we meet nine-year-old Almanzo along with his siblings. Almanzo desperately wants his own horse. As the youngest of four siblings, he knows he’ll need to prove his dedication through hard work before Father will allow him to train the new colt.

A Thoughtful Reminder

The Little House on the Prairie series holds a special place in the hearts of many in our community, and we recognize how meaningful these books are to those who grew up with them. However, it’s important to acknowledge that these stories were written during a very different time, and some of the content reflects views and attitudes that are offensive and unacceptable by today’s standards.

While we celebrate the connection these books bring to our community, we encourage conversations about the more modern perspective of inclusion, understanding, acceptance, and love.