Riding Freedom Novel Study – A Cross-Curricular Journey
$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
Ready to Print PDF
- Customer Support Available
- Easy to Use
- Use digitally or print
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
🔹 Map the Overland Trail – Geography + history activity
Reviews
There are no reviews yet.