Project Description

Storm Chaser
by Chris Platt
Price: $15.95
ISBN: 978-1-56145-496-9
Publication Date: 10/1/2009
Page Count: 160
Size: 6 ̎ x 8-1/2 ̎
Age Range: 8 – 12
Language: English
F&P: U, Gr 5, Genre RF
Lexile: 800L
Themes: Hard Work, Horse Care and Training, Patience, Sacrifice
BISAC 1: JUV002130 JUVENILE FICTION / Animals / Horses
BISAC 2: JUV039060 JUVENILE FICTION / Social Issues / Friendship
BISAC 3: JUV000000 JUVENILE FICTION / General
Reviews
“Lovely horse details, fine characterization and a real sense of family combine to make an excellent book.” ―Kirkus Reviews
“Platt draws readers into life on the ranch and shares her knowledge and love of horses…. The writing flows naturally with succinct descriptions and a light, yet exciting mood that is created from the beginning.” ―School Library Journal
“This story has a wholesome feel to it, has suitable challenges, and, of course, horses, horses, horses! ―5 Minutes for Books
Awards
Kansas State Reading Circle Recommended Reading List (Intermediate) ―Kansas National Education Association, 2010
Golden Sower Award (Nominee, Intermediate) ―Nebraska Library Association, 2011-2012
Mark Twain Readers Award (Nominee) ―Missouri Association of School Librarians, 2011-2012
Children’s Crown Award (Nominee) ―National Christian School Association, 2011-2012
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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.