NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER: A Horse Named Sky
Greenwillow/Harpercollins Publishers | August 2023 | Written by Rosanne Parry, Illustrated by Kirbi Fagan
A stand-alone companion to the acclaimed national bestsellers A Wolf Called Wander and A Whale of the Wild.
Topic for Teachers | Grade levels 3rd-7th:
Animal Survival, black and white illustrations, western united states, historical fiction (Pony Express)
Additional Resources:
3rd-7th Grade Educators Guide and Activities
Author Rosanne Parry’s Website
Behind-the-scenes & Interviews links:
Things to Think About When Illustrating Horses
Book Birthday Book with Society of Children’s Books Michigan
The Mixed Up Files: Book Birthday Interview
Chronicling the perils of westward expansion and the grueling Pony Express from the perspective of a wild horse, A Horse Named Sky is a gripping animal survival story about family, courage, trust, leadership, and loyalty. Impeccably researched and illustrated in black-and-white throughout, A Horse Named Sky is an excellent read-aloud for parents and teachers, and a wonderful choice for fans of DreamWorks’s Spirit and Anna Sewell’s Black Beauty.
Includes black-and-white illustrations throughout, a map, and extensive backmatter about wild horses and their habitats.
