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Description
This book describes how the early settlers delivered letters, what a quill pen was, who rode for the Pony Express, and what a telegraph was.
Quick Summary
Travel back in time to discover how pioneers, postal riders, and telegraph operators kept people connected before phones and internet existed. Young readers will marvel at quill pen letters, brave Pony Express riders racing across deserts, and the incredible speed of the telegraph that let news travel faster than a horse. If your child loves Magic Tree House adventures or enjoys learning about how things worked long ago, they'll be hooked on this peek into early American communication. With a 4.0 AR level and just 0.5 points, this short, picture-filled book is perfect for kids in kindergarten through third grade who are curious about history.