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Riding Freedom Paperback – September 1, 1999

by Pam Muñoz Ryan (Author), Brian Selznick (Illustrator)
4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 1,204 ratings
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This remarkable story was inspired by the true adventures of a little known, horse-loving heroine of the west. Perfect for fans of Pax, Wildoak, and A Horse Named Sky.

Charlotte Parkhurst was raised in an orphanage for boys, which suited her just fine. She didn’t like playing with dolls, she could hold her own in a fight, and she loved to work in the stable. Charlotte had a special way with horses and wanted to spend her life training and riding them on a ranch of her own.

The problem was, as a girl in the mid-1800s, Charlotte was expected to live a much different life―one without the freedoms she dreamed of. But Charlotte was smart and determined, and she figured out a way to live her life on her terms.

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    144 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Grade level
    4 - 7
  5. Lexile measure
    720L
  6. Dimensions
    5.25 x 0.5 x 7.5 inches
  7. Publisher
    Scholastic Paperbacks
  8. Publication date
    September 1, 1999
  9. ISBN-10
    0439087961
  10. ISBN-13
    978-0439087964
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PW's starred review called this fictionalized biography of equestrian Charlotte "Charley" ParkhurstAwho lived her life disguised as a man and was the first woman voter in the U.S.Aan "ebullient and tautly structured novel that moves along at a gallop." Ages 8-12. (Sept.)
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"With a pacing that moves along at a gallop, this is a skillful execution of a fascinating historical tale." –Publishers Weekly, starred review"Middle-schoolers will love the horse adventures and the stories of her trickery…" --Booklist"Youngsters who liked Caddie Woodlawn better unreformed and who appreciate an atmospheric blend of grit, gorses, and history will want to take a ride with Charley." –Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Scholastic Paperbacks; Reprint edition (September 1, 1999)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 144 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0439087961
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0439087964
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 8 - 10 years, from customers
  • Lexile measure ‏ : ‎ 720L
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ 4 - 7
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.31 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.25 x 0.5 x 7.5 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 1,204 ratings

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Pam Muñoz Ryan is the author of the New York Times Best Seller, ECHO, a 2016 Newbery Honor Book, and winner of the Kirkus Prize. She has written over forty books for young people—picture books, early readers, and middle grade and young adult novels. She the author recipient of the NEA's Human and Civil Rights Award, the Virginia Hamilton Literary Award, the Willa Cather Award, the Pura Belpré medal, the PEN USA award, and many others. Her novels include Esperanza Rising, Riding Freedom, Becoming Naomi León, Paint the Wind, The Dreamer, and Echo. She was born and raised in Bakersfield, California, holds a bachelor's and master's degree from San Diego State University and lives in north San Diego county with her family.

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Heather
5.0 out of 5 stars Great story
Reviewed in the United States on October 26, 2023
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This book keeps you wrapped in according to my ten year old. She loves this story and it’s on her reading list for school this year.
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S. Jackson
5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome read
Reviewed in the United States on April 12, 2020
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Read this book with my son and here is his review! "It left me speechless. You have to read it for yourself. It inspires you, breaks your heart, and makes me want a part 2!"

This was a very good read for my son and I to bond over. It was perfect for his age. I have no critiques or complaints!
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Christina Bolt
5.0 out of 5 stars Exciting adventure with strong female lead!
Reviewed in the United States on December 24, 2020
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Great story with strong female lead! Quick read aloud too for 3rd-5th graders.
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LetMeSumUp
4.0 out of 5 stars Fun, engaging, historical fiction
Reviewed in the United States on January 30, 2020
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I teach middle school and used this book for our Historical Fiction unit. The kids found it fun and engaging. We read it quickly (good for a wide range of levels) and the kids were able to really engage with the themes. We then researched the real Charley Parkhurst and compared the author's decisions with what we would have done -- we wish there was more about Charley's adventures (facing down a robber! becoming a lumberjack! owning a saloon and a way-station!) but this was a good start to the genre and the idea of imaginative Historical Fiction (vs. Narrative Non-fiction -- which is far more adherent to the facts). My students loved it.
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A. Swanberg
5.0 out of 5 stars Read in one sitting
Reviewed in the United States on March 10, 2020
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This book was assigned to my daughter to read at school. Wanting to connect with her over a book on her favorite topic (horses) I picked it up to read and didn’t put it down until I was finished. Just the right amount of history (without violence) with great details and storyline to keep the reader hooked the whole way through.
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lorena
5.0 out of 5 stars Love it!
Reviewed in the United States on October 31, 2021
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My 8 year old loves reading history related chapter books and this one did not disappoint. She truly enjoyed this book and would talk about it for days before going to the next chapter book.
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pauleena
5.0 out of 5 stars So so so good
Reviewed in the United States on August 23, 2021
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I used read this book over and over x10 as a preteen and teenager. I'm 24 years old haven't read the book in some years so I picked it up and it got me reading again.
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Stephen Henderson
5.0 out of 5 stars Good book!
Reviewed in the United States on May 3, 2021
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I think it teaches you a lot about history and it has its own fiction story line, and I recommend sharing.
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Sebas
5.0 out of 5 stars Bueno
Reviewed in Mexico on April 2, 2019
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Lo compre para la escuela
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Christian
5.0 out of 5 stars Alles gut
Reviewed in Germany on May 14, 2017
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Habe das Buch für einen Arbeitskollegen, bzw. Dessen Tochter gekauft umd es nicht selber gelesen, aber sie ist sehr glücklich damit. Die Lieferung erfolgte schnell und problemlos.
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Karim
5.0 out of 5 stars Great book
Reviewed in Spain on August 5, 2015
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If you love horses, or love someone who loves horses, then it's your book, is a very good story, and a nice read
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Annabelle
5.0 out of 5 stars One of the best books i've ever read
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 28, 2012
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The story wasnt what i thought it would be but that only made it better. It was funny and enturtaining and the horses in it was great. Its a strong story without holes or questions left un awnsered
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Yoshi
5.0 out of 5 stars Good read
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 3, 2016
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Really well written story of a strong courageous girl.

My 5 year old loves it, but probably better suited to 6+
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