Wanted: A Few Bold Riders: The Story of the Pony Express

Smithsonian Odyssey

by Darice Bailer

When Kevin visits the Smithsonian Institution's National Postal Museum, he is drawn in by the video featuring Boston Upson, one of the riders of the Pony Express. Kevin turns away from the screen to realize he has suddenly become Upson, waiting for the mail outside the station! Kevin plays the part of Upson, witnessing important history as experienced by the daring Pony Express riders. This 32-page, beautifully illustrated book comes with additional information about the Pony Express, a glossary of key terms and easy-to-download read-along narration to extend the learning fun!



Book
- Large, colorful illustrations on every page
- An interesting story with historical facts
- 32 pages, including glossary
- Appropriate for Reading Grades 2-4
- Appropriate for Interest 6-12 years
- Paperback 8 x 10 inches

31 pages, Paperback

First published April 1, 1996

Reviews

[Ammie · Rating 2 out of 5]

Umm. The narrative is wanting, severely.

[Zadie · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is really interesting, and all the pictures are cool too!