Not Zackly
Zachary was nicknamed 'Not Zackly' because he was slow and dim. Until his speed and courage saved two kids and a horse from drowning.
The newspaper story of two boys rescuing a Clydesdale horse from a swollen creek and receiving medals for bravery inspired my story.
Published in 1990 by the HBJ Classroom Library with illustrations by Penny Azar.
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