The Courage of Sarah Noble facts for kids
Quick facts for kids 
First edition
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| Author | Alice Dalgliesh |
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| Cover artist | Leonard Weisgard |
| Genre | Historical Fiction |
| Publisher | Scribner and Sons |
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Publication date
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1954 |
The Courage of Sarah Noble is a historical fiction book written by Alice Dalgliesh. It tells the story of a brave young girl named Sarah Noble. She travels with her father to a new home in Connecticut in the early 1700s. The book explores her experiences with the native Schaghticoke who live there. This book was first published in 1954 and earned a special award called a Newbery Honor.
Contents
Exploring the Story of Sarah Noble
This section dives into the exciting journey and experiences of Sarah Noble. It explains how she and her father faced new challenges. They also learned about friendship in a new land.
Sarah's Big Journey
The story begins with Sarah and her father setting out on a long trip. Their goal is to build a new farm in a place called New Milford. This land was newly bought, and they had to travel through the wilderness. Sarah's father needed her help and courage for this big adventure.
Meeting the Schaghticoke People
When Sarah and her father arrived, they started exploring their new land. Soon, they met the Schaghticoke people. These were the native people who already lived in that area. Sarah had heard stories about "Indians" from other children. These stories made her feel a bit scared at first.
However, Sarah quickly learned that the Schaghticoke people were kind and welcoming. They were friendly to both Sarah and her father. The Schaghticoke shared their knowledge. They taught Sarah and her father important skills. These skills were vital for surviving in the new environment.
Sarah's Role in New Milford
In the story, Sarah shows great courage and kindness. She even gives some of the Schaghticoke people new Christian names. This shows her friendly connection with them. Sarah is also remembered for another important role. She is given credit as the very first teacher in New Milford. This highlights her contribution to the new settlement.
