A Journey To The New World by Kathryn Lasky

The Diary of Remember Patience Whipple, Mayflower, 1620

Set in the early 17th century, this historical fiction novel follows the journey of a young girl named Remember Patience Whipple, affectionately known as Mem, as she embarks on a perilous voyage aboard the Mayflower. Through her diary entries, Mem chronicles her experiences and emotions as she leaves her familiar life in England behind to seek a new beginning in the New World. The narrative captures the challenges of the treacherous sea journey, the harsh realities of settling in an unfamiliar land, and the resilience and hope that drive Mem and her fellow Pilgrims to persevere in their quest for freedom and a better life.