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Riding Freedom Novel Study – A Cross-Curricular Journey

Name: Riding Freedom Novel Study – A Cross-Curricular Journey
Brand: Unit Study
Availability: InStock
Rating: 5 (1 reviews)

$12.00

Perfect For:

Homeschoolers studying women’s history or the 1800s
Teachers pairing literature with social studies and STEM education
Girl Scout Groups and Book Clubs
Kids who love horses, adventure, and engineering

Format: 37 Page Printable PDF | Grade Level: 3-12

Page count: 45 pages

Highlights

Grade: Family Style, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, High School (9-12), Parent Product
Homeschool Style: Any Styles, Family Style, Charlotte Mason, Classical & Traditional, Eclectic, Montessori, Unit Study, Unschooling
Parent Involvement: Collaborative (Parent Guided), Self-Led for Students
Product Format: Digital Download
Resource Type: Core, Supplemental
Worldview: Neutral Worldview

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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

Historical Background – 1800s America and women’s rights

2. Vocabulary

25 vocabulary words and quotes to put them into context.
Literary Theme Words – “perseverance,” “disguise,” “independence”

3. Themes & Parallels to US History

4. Character Development

Charlotte’s Timeline – Chart her growth from orphan to trailblazer
Supporting Characters’ Roles – Analyze Hayward, Vern, and others in relation to Charley

5. STEM Lab: Stagecoach Science

“Build a Shock-Absorbent Wagon” – Engineer a model that handles rough terrain
Horse Gaits & Speed – Calculate travel times using historical routes

6. Field Trip Ideas

Hands-On Projects:

🔹 Frontier Music

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Additional information

Grade	Family Style, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, High School (9-12), Parent Product
Homeschool Style	Any Styles, Family Style, Charlotte Mason, Classical & Traditional, Eclectic, Montessori, Unit Study, Unschooling
Parent Involvement	Collaborative (Parent Guided), Self-Led for Students
Product Format	Digital Download
Resource Type	Core, Supplemental
Worldview	Neutral Worldview

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Vendor Information

Store Name: EGP Media and Press
Vendor: EGP Media and Press
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