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Learn about the urban riders of Philadelphia. This printable guide to Ghetto Cowboy includes classroom activities, introductory videos to build background knowledge, chapter questions, and analytical questions for after reading.

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Ghetto Cowboy
Ghetto Cowboy
By Author: G. Neri
Illustrator: Jesse Watson
From a Coretta Scott King Author Award Honor winner comes a street-smart tale about a displaced teen who learns to defend what's right – the Cowboy Way. Inspired by the little-known urban riders of Philly and Brooklyn, this compelling tale of latter-day cowboy justice champions a world where your friends always have your back, especially when the chips are down.

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