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Riding Freedom Novel Study – A Cross-Curricular Journey
$12.00
Perfect For:
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Homeschoolers studying women’s history or the 1800s
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Teachers pairing literature with social studies and STEM education
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Girl Scout Groups and Book Clubs
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Kids who love horses, adventure, and engineering
Format: 37 Page Printable PDF | Grade Level: 3-12
Description
Bring Pam Muñoz Ryan’s Inspiring Story to Life for Grades 3-12
Discover the true story of Charlotte Parkhurst, America’s first female stagecoach driver, through this immersive, multi-disciplinary novel study. Perfect for homeschoolers and classroom teachers, this guide blends literature, history, and STEM with empowering real-world connections.
Why This Study Stands Out:
✅ Gender Equality & Grit – Explore 19th-century gender roles through Charlotte’s groundbreaking achievements
✅ STEM Meets History – Stagecoach engineering challenges meet historical analysis
✅ Field Trip Ready – Includes ideas for visiting a local location
✅ No Busywork – Replaces quizzes with creative projects and discussions
✅ Adaptable for Multi-Age Groups – Activities scale for upper elementary to middle school
What’s Inside?
1. Context & Pre-Reading Guide
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Historical Background – 1800s America and women’s rights
2. Vocabulary
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25 vocabulary words and quotes to put them into context.
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Literary Theme Words – “perseverance,” “disguise,” “independence”
3. Themes & Parallels to US History
4. Character Development
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Charlotte’s Timeline – Chart her growth from orphan to trailblazer
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Supporting Characters’ Roles – Analyze Hayward, Vern, and others in relation to Charley
5. STEM Lab: Stagecoach Science
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“Build a Shock-Absorbent Wagon” – Engineer a model that handles rough terrain
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Horse Gaits & Speed – Calculate travel times using historical routes
6. Field Trip Ideas
Hands-On Projects:
🔹 Frontier Music
🔹 Map the Overland Trail – Geography + history activity
Additional information
| Grade | Family Style, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, High School (9-12), Parent Product |
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| Homeschool Style | Any Styles, Family Style, Charlotte Mason, Classical & Traditional, Eclectic, Montessori, Unit Study, Unschooling |
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Vendor Information
- Store Name: EGP Media and Press
- Vendor: EGP Media and Press
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