How Long to Read The Horse That Saved the Union: A True Tale of the American Civil War for Young Readers

How Long Does it Take to Read The Horse That Saved the Union: A True Tale of the American Civil War for Young Readers?

It takes the average reader 1 hour and 35 minutes to read The Horse That Saved the Union: A True Tale of the American Civil War for Young Readers by Bruce D. Slawter

Assuming a reading speed of 250 words per minute. Learn more

Description

What happens when a smart, energetic, and courageous cavalry officer joins forces with a really amazing horse with similar qualities? Well, just about anything! Given the right circumstances, this team of two exceptional individuals might even change the course of history. Based in part on the exciting saga of "Sheridan's Ride," which occurred during the Battle of Cedar Creek on October 19, 1864, this "true tale" introduces the young reader to the richness of Civil War stories by retracing the life of Winchester, the black horse of General "Little Phil" Sheridan, from the young colt's first experiences in the U.S. Army through his retirement after the war. Extensively researched - but written with the young student in mind - this historical narrative is an enjoyable fast-paced read for all ages. The reader is certain to come away with a greater appreciation for why good character always counts, and why Winchester the horse, who had plenty of it, is the most honored animal in U.S. military history. To further the youthful reader's understanding of the subject matter - and to foster a conversation about the plot and the main themes of the Civil War between students, parents, and teachers - the author has included a useful list of discussion questions (with suggested answers), a glossary of terms, easy-to-understand maps, a list of additional resources, and suggestions of places for students to visit. The author, Bruce D. Slawter, is a retired Air Force officer and Energy Department official living in Northern Virginia. He has given numerous talks on the Civil War to audiences of all ages. The author has traveled the globe on business and during vacations with his family, always searching for exciting fact-based stories along the way. He is thrilled to have discovered Winchester in his own backyard and to be able to introduce the saga of this unusual American hero to a new generation.

How long is The Horse That Saved the Union: A True Tale of the American Civil War for Young Readers?

The Horse That Saved the Union: A True Tale of the American Civil War for Young Readers by Bruce D. Slawter is 94 pages long, and a total of 23,876 words.

This makes it 32% the length of the average book. It also has 29% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read The Horse That Saved the Union: A True Tale of the American Civil War for Young Readers Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 2 hours and 10 minutes to read The Horse That Saved the Union: A True Tale of the American Civil War for Young Readers aloud.

What Reading Level is The Horse That Saved the Union: A True Tale of the American Civil War for Young Readers?

The Horse That Saved the Union: A True Tale of the American Civil War for Young Readers is suitable for students ages 10 and up.

Note that there may be other factors that effect this rating besides length that are not factored in on this page. This may include things like complex language or sensitive topics not suitable for students of certain ages.

When deciding what to show young students always use your best judgement and consult a professional.

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