Sybil's Night Ride
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Picture Book · Ages 5–7 · 2000 · Est. 12 min read-aloud

Sybil's Night Ride

By Karen B. Winnick

A young girl rides through the night to warn of a British invasion.

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32 pages· 1,443 words· Est. 12 min read-aloud
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In 1777, Sybil Ludington, a courageous young girl, embarks on a perilous midnight ride to rally the patriots against a British invasion. As flames engulf Danbury, she musters the troops, defying darkness and danger. Will her bravery be enough to turn the tide of war? Experience a gripping tale of determination and heroism as Sybil and her spirited colt race against time to save their land.

From the publisher

In this true story of bravery and determination, a young girl named Sybil Ludington risks darkness and danger to help the Revolutionary War effort. The British are invading, and it is up to her to muster the troops for defense. Karen B. Winnick skillfully captures the hazards of wartime, Sybil’s courage, and her spirited colt with a suspenseful account and rich illustrations.

At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
32
Words
1,443
Reading age
5–7
Audience
Picture
Lexile
AD580L
Themes & topics
Books about cultureBooks about New YorkBooks about rural livingBooks about Colonial and Revolutionary periodsBooks about 18th century
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
3
F&P level
~O
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
35614
Publication
Published
December 1, 2009
First published
February 1, 2000
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781590787717

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