* Steinbeck recalls four loosely connected episodes from his own childhood, weaving them together into an unforgettable classic.
* Growing up on a remote ranch in California, ten-year-old Jody Tiflin's life is forever changed when his father gives him a beautiful red pony.
* With the help of his father's hired hand, Billy Buck, Jody commits himself whole-heartedly to the raising of this wonderful colt.
* When the colt grows ill and dies, Jody's world is shattered, as is his faith in Billy Buck, who had assured the boy that the pony would recover.
* Jody's father promises him a colt which will soon be born to their mare that dies at the birth.
* The stories weave together in effortless fashion, chronicling the coming of age story of young Jody Tiflin.
* Author: Nat Reed
* ISBN13: 978-1-55319-384-5
* Grades: 7, 8
* Reading Level: 7-8
* Total Page: 55