Chasing Dream (Backyard Horses)

SKU
028463
ISBN
9781414339184
Grade 2-5
Teaching Method
Traditional
Teacher-centered curriculum commonly used in classrooms that may include a text, teacher manual, tests, etc.
Charlotte Mason
A methodology based on the work of a 19th century educator who maintained that children learn best from literature (Living Books), not textbooks.
Classical
A methodology based on the Latin Trivium (three stages of learning), including the grammar stage (memorization and facts), logic stage (critical thinking), and rhetoric stage (developing/defending ideas).
Unit Study
A thematic or topical approach centered around one topic that integrates multiple subject areas.
Montessori (Discovery)
A methodology based on the work of a 20th century educator that emphasizes student and sensory-driven discovery learning and real-life applications.
Other
Other methodologies
Religious Content
Secular
Contains content contrary to common Christian beliefs (i.e. evolution).
Neutral
Avoids religious or theoretical topics or presents multiple viewpoints without preference.
Christian/Religious
Faith-based or including instructional religious content.
Learning Modality
Auditory
Learns through listening, talking out loud or reading out loud.
Visual
Learns through seeing, prefers written instructions and visual materials.
Kinesthetic/Tactile (Hands-On)
Learns through moving, doing and touching.
Multi-Sensory
Curriculum that employ a variety of activities/components.
Presentation
Sequential
Curriculum progresses through well-defined learning objectives. Emphasizes mastery before moving to the next topic.
Spiral
Topics and concepts are repeated from level to level, adding more depth at each pass and connecting with review.
Conceptual/Topical
Focus is on the “why,” often with a unifying concept as well as specific skills; coverage may be broader.
Teacher Involvement
Low Teacher Involvement
Student-led materials; parent acts as a facilitator.
Medium Teacher Involvement
A mix of teacher-led time and independent student work.
High Teacher Involvement
Teacher-led lessons; may utilize discussions, hands-on activities and working together.
Additional Materials Required
No other materials needed
Everything you need is included.
Other Materials Required
There are additional required resources that are a separate purchase.
Other Materials Optional
There are additional resources mentioned or recommended but are not absolutely necessary.
Consumable
Consumable
Designed to be written in; not reusable.
Non-Consumable
Not designed to be written in; reusable.
Our Price
$6.99 $6.99 $5.75
Rainbow Savings: $1.24
Description

First in the series of 4 Backyard Horses books… join fourth grade Ellie in her exciting horse adventures! She sets her sights on winning, but she’ll have to learn some things the hard way. A delightful read with many valuable lessons. 42 pgs, pb. ~Nancie

Publisher's Description of Chasing Dream (Backyard Horses)

Feisty fourth-grader Ellie feels the need to prove to the world that her Backyard Horse (Dream) is worthy of attention. Ellie arranges a race to show off her dream. But her world is shaken when her horse gets sick and she is forced to realize that she could very well lose her Dream.

Category Description for Backyard Horses

This series of chapter books is perfect for your little horse lover! Filled with adventure, humor, and Christian values that will have your child glued to the pages, wanting to know what happens next. The large font, double-spaced pages, and short chapters are helpful for newly independent readers. Each book has a “Horse Talk” section in the back with definitions for many horse-related terms kids may not know. Volumes 1-4 can be read in the following order:

  • #1 Horse Dreams 
  • #2 Cowboy Colt 
  • #3 Chasing
  • #4 Night Mare 
Details
More Information
Product Format:Paperback
Brand:Tyndale House Publishers
Author:Dandi Daley Mackall
Grades:2-5
ISBN:9781414339184
Length in Inches:7
Width in Inches:5
Height in Inches:0.5
Weight in Pounds:0.12
Videos
This product doesn't have a video
Reviews
Product Q&A