Biography
Laura Ingalls Wilder wrote the Little House books, documenting pioneer life on the American frontier.
Early Start
Wilder grew up in a pioneer family, moving across the frontier. She became a teacher at 15.
Challenges Overcome
Wilder survived blizzards, locusts, and hardship on the frontier, then wrote her first book at 65.
Key Achievements
- Wrote Little House series
- Documented pioneer life
- Laura Ingalls Wilder Award named for her
- Inspired generations of readers
Why They Inspire Us
Wilder shows that ordinary life, well-lived, becomes extraordinary.
"Home is the nicest word there is."