Spring Beginnings

Name: Spring Beginnings
ISBN: 9780316455176

by R. J. Cregg

It's springtime in Miradero, and the PALs are excited for a fancy ball. But their plans are derailed when a member of Spirit's herd needs their help. Can they save the day and still make it to the bal

About This Book

This early reader, based on DreamWorks Animation's Spirit Riding Free, follows Lucky, Pru, and Abigail (the PALs) as they navigate a busy springtime in Miradero. The girls are invited to a fancy ball, but their attention is quickly drawn to a more urgent matter: a wild horse from Spirit's herd is having a baby and requires their assistance. This Level 2 'Reading out Loud' book is designed to encourage developing readers with more complex stories and simple vocabulary, featuring beloved characters and a controlled text. It's perfect for children aged 4-11 who love horses and friendship stories.

It's springtime in Miradero in this leveled reader based on DreamWorks Animation's Spirit Riding Free! The PALs are excited when they are invited to a fancy ball being held in honor of the Governor's visit to town. But the girls' plans for the ball are derailed when they find out a member of Spirit's herd is having a baby and needs their help. Will the PALs be able to save the day and their night? Passport to Reading: Featuring a winning combination of favorite licensed characters and carefully controlled text--reading along or reading alone just got more fun with Passport to Reading! All books include a parent letter, word count, Guided Reading level, and number of sight words. Level 2: Reading out Loud: encourages developing readers to sound out loud, includes more complex stories with simple vocabulary. DreamWorks Spirit Riding Free © 2020 DreamWorks Animation LLC. All Rights Reserved.

Concepts

Friendship & Loyalty Teamwork & Collaboration Empathy & Kindness Resilience & Perseverance Love & Family Curiosity & Wonder Self-Confidence & Identity Joy & Gratitude Growing Up Making Friends Horses Friendship & Social Family & Siblings

Discussion Prompts

What does it mean to be a good friend, especially when someone needs help?

Have you ever had to choose between something fun you wanted to do and helping someone else? What did you choose?

What do you think it feels like to be a wild horse? How do the PALs show care for the horses?

What are some ways we can prepare for a special event, like a ball or a party?

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