For as long as he can remember, Jean Baptiste Charbonneau has been told that a promising future lies ahead of him. After all, his mother is the great Sacagawea, who accompanied Lewis and Clark on their expedition of discovery. Afterword. Cast of characters. Bibliography.
Title alpha A Promising Life: A Novel of Coming of Age with America
Category History High
Pages Count 304
Genre Fiction
Topics Jean-Baptiste Charbonneau (1805–1866). William Clark (1770–1838). American history. Racially mixed people. Explorers. Saint Louis, Missouri. Westward expansion. Colonization. Imperialism.
SRC Level 4.700000
SRC Points 19.000000
Lexile 770L
Trim Size 5 1/2" x 8 1/4"
JLG Span Fall
Language English
Rights type Print
Publication date 2017-07-24
JLG Release Date Oct 2017
Minimum grade 9
Maximum grade 12
Reading level High
Format Print
History - High (Grades 9 & Up)
History High
History - High (Grades 9 & Up)
For Grades 9 & Up
This collection features nonfiction and historical fiction titles that bring past events, eras, and influential figures to life through compelling storytelling. Selections span a mix of story-driven history and immersive historical fiction, offering engaging ways for teens to explore how the past shapes the present. Some selections are written for adults but are thoughtfully chosen for their relevance and appeal to teen readers.