Sea Star: Orphan of Chincoteague

by Marguerite Henry, Wesley Dennis (Illustrator)

Overview

An orphaned Chincoteague colt restores happiness to his new owners in this beloved horse story from Newbery Award–winning author Marguerite Henry, now available in a collectible hardcover gift edition.

Movie men have come to Chincoteague to film the annual Pony Penning, and Paul and Maureen are thrilled—until they learn that the producers want to buy their beloved Misty. Reluctantly, they agree to sell in order to send their uncle to college. But how will they ever fill the lonely place that Misty leaves behind?

Finding an orphaned colt helps Paul and Maureen deal with their loss, and they soon discover that little Sea Star needs them just as much as they need him.

This classic story from Newbery Award–winning author Marguerite Henry features the original text and illustrations in a gorgeous collectible hardcover edition.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781481425636
Publisher:	Aladdin
Publication date:	04/14/2015
Edition description:	Reissue
Pages:	176
Sales rank:	606,997
Product dimensions:	7.40(w) x 9.50(h) x 1.00(d)
Lexile:	760L (what's this?)
Age Range:	8 - 12 Years

About the Author

Marguerite Henry (1902–1997) was the beloved author of such classic horse stories as King of the Wind, Misty of Chincoteague, and Stormy, Misty’s Foal, and her work has won several Newbery Awards and Honors.

Wesley Dennis was best known for his illustrations in collaboration with author Marguerite Henry. They published sixteen books together.

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Sea Star

Editorial Reviews

Chicago Tribune "Children will love this worthy sequel to Misty."

Kirkus Reviews "Fact and fiction adroitly merged in a heartwarming story that is a sure favorite."

From the Publisher

In this recording of the sequel to MISTY OF CHINCOTEAGUE, narrator John McDonough immediately establishes a warm and protective relationship with listeners. His airy and gravelly tones become the voice of experience that represents the novel’s deep wisdom--those family-centered values that cushion the character-building episodes in life. McDonough doesn’t use a large repertoire of vocal characterizations, but he imbues every syllable with feeling, so that listeners comprehend that he cherishes the story. Capturing the essence of young Paul and Maureen Beebe, McDonough’s fluid narration carries listeners into the children’s minds and hearts as they deal with the loss of their pony, Misty, and the unexpected gift that helps to heal their sorrow. R.M. © AudioFile 2000, Portland, Maine

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