King of the Wind

by Marguerite Henry


Will Sham’s great speed ever earn him the honor he deserves?  If the stable boy Agba has his way, Sham will be known as the greatest horse ever.


              Book Summary             

            Study Highlights             

Reading Level:   4th - 7th Spelling/Vocabulary:   Med. to Difficult
Category:   Historical Fiction Comprehension:   Light
Setting:   Morocco, France, England Critical Thinking:   Difficult
Theme:   Perseverance, Loyalty Biblical Focus:  Service
Paperback Novel:   174 pages Study Guide:  6 units

Related Studies: Horses, the Muslim religion, King Louis XV, horse racing, geography of Morocco, France and England

Barbara's Note:  Even readers who are not "horse-crazy" will get caught up in this high adventure tale, with strong appeal for both girl and boy readers. Warning: Animal cruelty.  (Grades 6, 7, 8)