Mrs Mack

by Patricia Polacco, Patricia Polacco (Illustrator)

Overview

Patricia is thrilled when her father decides that she's finally old enough to learn to ride. But her dreams of having a beautiful horse of her own are dashed when he takes her to a stable in Dogpatch, the rundown section of town. Patricia is sure that she'll never learn anything in a place like that. But it's in Dogpatch that Patricia meets two individuals—kind, patient Mrs. Mack and a glorious chestnut mare named Penny—who help her overcome her fears, and change her life forever. Powerfully written, beautifully told, and brought to life with rich watercolor illustrations, this is a story that will touch the heart of everyone who reads it.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780698118874
Publisher:	Penguin Young Readers Group
Publication date:	01/15/2001
Series:	Picture Puffin Books
Edition description:	Reprint
Pages:	40
Sales rank:	693,660
Product dimensions:	8.06(w) x 10.06(h) x 0.13(d)
Lexile:	610L (what's this?)
Age Range:	4 - 8 Years

About the Author

Studying in the United States and Australia, Patricia Polacco has earned an MFA and a PhD in art history, specializing in Russian and Greek painting, and iconographic history. She is a museum consultant on the restoration of icons. As a participant in many citizen-exchange programs for writers and illustrators, Ms. Polacco has traveled extensively in Russia as well as other former Soviet republics. She continues to support programs that encourage Russo-American friendships and understanding. She is also deeply involved in inner-city projects in the United States that promote the peaceful resolution of conflict and encourage art and literacy programs. The mother of a grown son and a daughter, she currently resides in Michigan, where she has a glorious old farm that was built during the time of Lincoln.

Editorial Reviews

PW called this story of a 10-year-old girl whose father decides she is old enough to ride a horse "inviting. The drawings convey the emotions of each scene, adding emphasis to pivotal points." Ages 4-8. (Jan.) Copyright 2000 Cahners Business Information.

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