| Bold Riders: The Story of the Pony Express Contributor(s): Micklos Jr, John (Author) |
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ISBN: 1491448962 ISBN-13: 9781491448960 Publisher: Capstone Press OUR PRICE: $26.99 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: August 2015 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Juvenile Nonfiction | History - United States - 19th Century |
| Dewey: 383.18 |
| LCCN: 2015007608 |
| Series: Adventures on the American Frontier |
| Physical Information: 0.3" H x 7.9" W x 8.8" (0.55 lbs) 32 pages |
| Themes: - Chronological Period - 19th Century |
| Accelerated Reader Info |
| Quiz #: 174915 Reading Level: 4.8 Interest Level: Middle Grades Point Value: 0.5 |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Though the Pony Express existed for less than two years, its legend lives on today. Its mission was to deliver mail 2,000 miles across the American plains and deserts in half the time it would take by stagecoach. Riders faced many dangers, from hostile American Indians to wicked weather. Lively language and historical illustrations will help readers feel as if they are part of the journey. Meets Common Core criticial thinking standards, and provides strong ties to social studies standards on westward expansion. |
Contributor Bio(s): Micklos, John Joseph: - John Micklos, Jr. has written nearly 20 books for young reads, ranging from poetry books for young readers to biographies for high school students. John loves the research involved in crafting a nonfiction books, and enjoys doing writing workshops with student authors. He lives in Newark, Delaware, with his family. |