Chúcaro
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Chapter Book · Ages 10–+ · 1958 · Est. 2.5 hour read

Chúcaro

Written by Francis Kalnay · Illustrated by Julian De Miskey

A boy's quest to tame a wild pony in the Argentine pampa.

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115 pages· 17,972 words· Est. 2.5 hour read· 780L
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Bookroo's summary

In the vast Argentine pampa, a spirited South American boy faces the challenge of taming a wild pony. As he embarks on this daring adventure, will his determination and humor be enough to conquer the untamed spirit of the pony and fulfill his dream of riding it? Discover the heartwarming journey of friendship and courage in a land where the wild calls to the brave.

From the publisher

The world of the Argentine pampa comes to life in this humorous tale of a South American boy determined to tame and ride a wild pony.

Awards

Newbery Honor (1959)
At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
115
Words
17,972
Reading age
10–99+
Audience
Middle Grade
Lexile
780L
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
4.8
F&P level
~S
AR points
3
AR interest level
UG
AR quiz
20308
Publication
Published
January 1, 1993
First published
January 1, 1958
Publisher
Walker Children's
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780802773876
LCCN
92018964
OCLC
26054530

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