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Chapter Book · Ages 4–8 · 1961 · Est. 12 min read
Chester
Written & illustrated by Syd Hoff
Part of the I Can Read series
A wild horse seeks a new life in the city.
3.8/5 Goodreads · 323 ratings
64 pages· 693 words· Est. 12 min read
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Bookroo's summary
Chester, a wild horse yearning for a tamer life, ventures into the bustling city. Disguising himself as a carousel horse, a rocking horse, and even a statue, Chester's quest for a home is filled with humor and heart. Will he find where he truly belongs, or is the city not ready for a horse like him? Join Chester on his whimsical journey to discover if a wild heart can find peace in an urban jungle.
From the publisher
Chester the horse is tired of being wild. Since cowboys don’t want tamed wild horses, Chester goes to the city. He pretends he’s a carousel horse, a rocking horse, and even a statue. Chester is determined. He’ll find the right home once and for all!
At a glance
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 64
- Words
- 693
- Reading age
- 4–8
- Audience
- Early Reader
- Lexile
- 410L
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The fine print
Book details
Reading levels
- ATOS
- 1.9
- F&P level
- ~L
- AR points
- 0.5
- AR interest level
- LG
- AR quiz
- 7211
Publication
- Published
- April 18, 1986
- First published
- January 1, 1961
- Publisher
- HarperCollins
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Chapter Book
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