10 Inspiring Books like the Courage of Sarah Noble

If you or your child enjoyed The Courage of Sarah Noble, you’ll love these heartwarming and adventurous historical fiction books. Like Sarah’s journey into the wilderness, these stories feature brave young characters navigating challenges, faith, and family bonds in early America and beyond.

1. Kentucky Wind by Alexandra Kulick:
Set during a time of great change, Kentucky Wind follows young Opal and her family as they embark on a perilous river journey to find safety and a new home. With themes of faith, family, and perseverance, this novel is a must-read for fans of frontier stories.

2. Sarah, Plain and Tall by Patricia MacLachlan:
This classic tale follows Sarah, a mail-order bride who moves to the Midwest to join a family in need of a mother. A beautiful, heartfelt story about love, resilience, and adjusting to change.

3. The Sign of the Beaver by Elizabeth George Speare:
When young Matt is left alone to guard his family’s cabin, he must learn to survive with the help of a Native American boy. This gripping survival story explores friendship, cultural differences, and self-reliance.

4. Caddie Woodlawn by Carol Ryrie Brink:
Spunky and adventurous, Caddie Woodlawn is a tomboy growing up in 1860s Wisconsin. Her story is filled with humor, heart, and the struggles of frontier life.

5. The Cabin Faced West by Jean Fritz:
Set in 1784, this story follows Ann, a pioneer girl adjusting to life in the Pennsylvania wilderness. A beautifully written tale that captures the joys and struggles of frontier living.

6. Blue Willow by Doris Gates:
A heartfelt story about a migrant family during the Great Depression, Blue Willow follows Janey Larkin’s dream of finding a permanent home, echoing themes of resilience and hope.

7. A Gathering of Days by Joan W. Blos:
Told in diary format, this novel brings to life the daily experiences of a young girl in 1830s New Hampshire, capturing the hardships and joys of early American life.

8. The Matchlock Gun by Walter D. Edmonds:
This historical novel, set during the French and Indian War, follows a young boy who must defend his home while his father is away. A gripping and courageous tale.

9. Pioneer Girl: The Story of Laura Ingalls Wilder by William Anderson:
For readers who love Little House on the Prairie, this biography of Laura Ingalls Wilder gives insight into her real-life pioneer experiences.

10. A Little Maid of Massachusetts Colony by Alice Turner Curtis:
Part of the Little Maid series, this book follows a young girl during the American Revolution as she helps support the Patriot cause.

These books capture the same spirit of adventure, courage, and historical richness as The Courage of Sarah Noble. Whether you’re reading them aloud or enjoying them independently, they’ll transport you to the past and inspire young readers.

Which of these books have you read? Share your favorites in the comments!