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Laura Ingalls Wilder 150th Birthday “Lunch Pail” book discussion in one-room schoolhouse

February 11, 2017 - February 12, 2017 @ 12:00 am - 12:00 am

Location

Mount Prospect Historical Society

101 S. Maple St.

Mount Prospect, IL 60056

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Description

Kids discuss Ingalls' book These Happy Golden Years while snacking on lunch (provided), packed in a souvenir tin pail, just like Laura would have eaten. The one-room school is located on the grounds of the Mount Prospect Historical Society. Participants should read These Happy Golden Years beforehand and come ready to chat a little about the story.

Event Cost: $15

Price Category: $$

Event times: 11 a.m.-1 p.m.

Ages: Grades 4-6

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