Literature: "Misty of Chincoteague" by Marguerite Henry
These websites are about the book “Misty of Chincoteague” and author Marguerite Henry. There is also information about Chincoteague wild ponies. One website has an audio excerpt from the book.
Grades
- 4,
- 5,
- 6
Links
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Kidsread.com
Read this short review of the book. NOTE: This site contains ads.
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Quia: Quiz
Here is a multiple choice quiz on the book.
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Scholastic: "Misty of Chincoteague"
Here are before reading and a discussion guide for the book. NOTE: This site contains ads.
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Assateague Wild Ponies
Read more about the ponies that are featured in the book.
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A Guide for Using "Misty of Chincoteague" in the Classroom
A five-page pdf study guide has classroom activities that go with the book.
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The Misty of Chincoteague Foundation
This site has information on Chincoteague pony, Assateague Island, and an author biography. Includes activities, pictures and video clips related to places and horses from the book.
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eThemes Resource: Animals: Horses
Learn about different horse breeds and how to properly groom and feed a horse. There are videos, many photographs, online games, coloring pages, and more. Includes and eThemes resource on paint horses and one on zebras.
Education Standards
- AL
- MO
- NV
- OK
- DE