Project Description

Astra
by Chris Platt
Price: $15.95
ISBN: 978-1-56145-541-6
Publication Date: 9/1/2010
Page Count: 176
Size: 6 ̎ x 8-1/2 ̎
Age Range: 8 – 12
Language: English
GRL: R, Gr 4
Lexile: 730L
Themes: Hard Work, Horse Care and Training, Patience, Sacrifice
BISAC 1: JUV002130 JUVENILE FICTION / Animals / Horses
BISAC 2: JUV032090 JUVENILE FICTION / Sports & Recreation / Equestrian
BISAC 3: JUV039220 JUVENILE FICTION / Social Issues / Values & Virtues
Reviews
“Filled with information about endurance racing as well as a cast of interesting supporting characters, this novel is a quick and enjoyable read.” ―School Library Journal
“Echoes beloved classics such as Enid Bagnold’s National Velvet.” ―Booklist
“An inspirational story of love, loss, and high hopes shines through in this realistic fiction novel.” ―Library Media Connection
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“Who says no one is writing good new books about horse adventures for pre-teens anymore? ‘Astra’ comes to the rescue of all horse-crazy tweens.” ―Midwest Book Review
“Astra is a compelling story with details about the care and keep of horses that will interest anyone who loves animals. Platt knows her horse facts and can tell a good tale…Themes of friendship, competition, and love drive the action with a well-thought-out plot line and likeable characters. I highly recommend Astra as a great read.” ―Scholastic Kids Press Corps
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Meet the Author

Chris Platt, one of the first female jockeys in Oregon, is the author of more than a dozen books for young readers, including the popular horse novels Willow King, its sequel Race the Wind, and many titles in the Thoroughbred series. She lives in Nevada.