Barrel Racing (Rodeo) [Library Binding]

Josepha Sherman (Author)

Book Description

Age Level: 8 and up | Grade Level: 3 and up | Series: Rodeo

Introduces the rodeo event of barrel racing, including its origins, rules, training, and stars.

Editorial Reviews

From School Library Journal

Grade 3-7-Each of these slim volumes introduces a specific event, looks at its origins, and describes how it came to be a rodeo standard. Barrel Racing, for example, can be traced back to the ancient Assyrians. However, the author clearly shows how rodeo as we know it grew out of the cowboy and ranch cultures of the 1800s. The basic rules of each event are discussed, and some of the more famous champions are mentioned. Sherman opens each volume with a description of the action, written in the breathless tone of a live announcer. Readers are given a small sense of what it would be like to be in the stands watching and some of the dangers involved. Clearly labeled, full-color photos of the rodeo stars in action appear in all three books. Each one includes a list of association addresses related to the sport, a list of champions, and a very brief index. Useful additions wherever there is an interest in rodeo.
Tim Wadham, Maricopa County Library District, Phoenix, AZ
Copyright 2000 Reed Business Information, Inc.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 8 and up
  
• Library Binding: 32 pages
• Publisher: Heinemann Library (March 1, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1575725037
• ISBN-13: 978-1575725031
• Product Dimensions: 10.8 x 8 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 11.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #5,867,499 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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12 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Barrel Racing (Rodeo), February 10, 2002

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This review is from: Barrel Racing (Rodeo) (Paperback)

The book is definately for children as described. Does not offer any tips or training info, but does provide a very brief history of the sport.