Horses & Ponies
Horses & Ponies

Author: DK

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2021-07-20

Total Pages: 192

ISBN-13: 0744047242

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The ultimate visual guide for children passionate about all things equine, covering just about anything and everything horse related Calling all horse lovers! This horse book for kids is a one-stop-shop for equine knowledge, from their history, anatomy, breeds, how to care for them, their social significance, and more! Inside the pages of this children’s book about all things equestrian you will find: • Informative features on all the major horse and pony breeds from the enormous Dutch Draught Horse to the tiny Argentine Falabella • Beautiful images of magnificent horses found across the world • Lessons about the usefulness of horses across different cultures from sport, shows, traditions, and celebrations, to transport, police work, and even shrimp-fishing! • Extensive information and step-by-step instructions on how to ride these magnificent animals and horse care From the difference between horses and ponies to why horses sleep standing up, this comprehensive guide explores every horsey topic you could want to explore! Colorful photographs and pictures on every page include many different horses and pony breeds, from Shetland ponies, shire horses, and thoroughbreds and highlights their importance in our world today. Kids will learn how to care for horses and understand them, covering topics such as grooming a horse, how to muck out a stable, and looking after tack. The book also explores horse skills and will answer questions about riding horses and ponies, such as what dressage is, how to steer a horse, and much more!

DK Eyewitness Books: Horse
DK Eyewitness Books: Horse

Author: Juliet Clutton-Brock

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2008-06-30

Total Pages: 76

ISBN-13: 0756643538

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The most trusted nonfiction series on the market, Eyewitness Books provide an in-depth, comprehensive look at their subjects witha unique integration of words and pictures. DK's classic look at the world of horses, now reissued.

Horses
Horses

Author: Dorling Kindersley Publishing Staff

Publisher: Pocket Eyewitness

Published: 2018-05-03

Total Pages: 160

ISBN-13: 9780241343661

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Saddle up and jump into the wonderful world of horses with the perfect guide for any fan who wants to know everything about horses and ponies. Discover more than 135 horse and pony breeds, from the Holstein to the Shetland, the Swedish Warmblood to the Hackney Pony, and learn about the different colours and markings horses can have. Look at how the equine family has evolved from a small deer-like creature and delve into horse behaviour. Find out how they are used in sports and at work, and even learn about a horse's anatomy. Giving you fast facts for kids at your fingertips, Pocket Eyewitness Horses makes learning about horses even more exciting, with bite-sized chunks of information and vibrant photography bringing the horses and ponies alive on the page. Packed with amazing encyclopedic stats, helpful photographs for each horse and pony entry, and genius gem facts, Pocket Eyewitness Horses will help you get to know your trot from your canter and tell you everything you need to know about horses in this handy pocket-sized guide.

Horse Breeds of North America
Horse Breeds of North America

Author: Judith Dutson

Publisher: Storey Publishing, LLC

Published: 2012-10-26

Total Pages: 209

ISBN-13: 1612122108

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An amazing variety of horse breeds roam North America’s vast and geographically diverse landscape. This detailed portable handbook celebrates the unique qualities of 96 regional breeds, from the sleek muscles of racing thoroughbreds and the stoic power of draft horses to the easy gait of pleasure horses at your local farm. Fascinating facts about each horse breed’s size, talents, and suitability for various types of work are accompanied by full-color photographs in this fun and informative reference guide.

DK Readers Level 2: The Lion's Tale
DK Readers Level 2: The Lion's Tale

Author: Laura Buller

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2019-02-19

Total Pages: 49

ISBN-13: 1465487298

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Learn to read while getting up close to the magnificent lion in this exciting book. Find out how a lion cub joins the pride and grows to become the king of the jungle, discover how lions in Asia and Africa are different, and learn why we need to work to protect these endangered animals in the wild. Amazing up-close photographs show lions playing on the plains of Africa, providing strong visual clues to build vocabulary and confidence. Amazing facts encourage enthusiasm for reading. Additional information spreads build knowledge further, such as how lions have adapted to be top hunters. There's also a fun quiz to develop reading comprehension. This book has been developed in consultation with literacy experts to help improve children's reading ability. A Lion's Tale is a new title in the exciting and engaging four-level DK Readers series. Developing a lifelong love of reading, DK Readers cover a vast range of fascinating subjects featuring DK's stunning photography, to support children as they learn to read. Packed with fun facts for kids, this innovative series of levelled guided reading books combines a highly visual approach with engaging nonfiction narratives. Reading levels progress from brief, simple text in the early readers, to slightly longer, more detailed nonfiction chapter books, to challenging nonfiction containing rich vocabulary and more complex sentence structures. DK Readers are assessed by both Fountas & Pinnell and Lexile levels, and are ideal for learning to read, for subject research, and of course, for children to read for pleasure.

The Horse Encyclopedia
The Horse Encyclopedia

Author: Elwyn Hartley Edwards

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2016-11-29

Total Pages: 362

ISBN-13: 1465456104

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From tiny ponies to heavy draught horses and rapid thoroughbreds, explore the history and variety of this noble animal that helped shape human history. A stunning celebration of the equine world, The Horse Encyclopedia is a fully illustrated book about horses and ponies, featuring over 150 breeds and types, including all those recognized by national horse societies. First domesticated around 6000 years ago, horses rapidly became invaluable to humans. They pulled chariots and plows, and became essential to transport and war. In this comprehensive volume, you will discover breeds from all over the world, from imposing Shires whose ancestors carried knights in chainmail into battle, to thoroughbreds bred to run like the wind and Lipizzanas that can execute exquisite dressage moves such as the capriole where they jump with all four feet off the ground. The Horse Encyclopedia gives concise details of each breed, including its origins and anatomy, as well as famous individuals such as Secretariat, who is widely regarded as one of the greatest racehorses of all. This dazzling guide also includes expert advice on horse care, feeding and grooming, and horse health, making this a truly wonderful gift for all horse riders and equine enthusiasts.

The Everything Book of Horses and Ponies
The Everything Book of Horses and Ponies

Author: Andrea Mills

Publisher:

Published: 2019-07

Total Pages: 95

ISBN-13: 9780876174418

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Discover the world of horses and ponies in this fact-filled guide. Find out about horse behavior, and learn lots of useful tips on how to take care of a pony. Meet more than 20 breeds, from Arabians to Shetland ponies.

Horse
Horse

Author: Juliet Clutton-Brock

Publisher:

Published: 2016

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13:

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Delve into the history and modern-day knowledge of our most helpful animals.

Horse Life
Horse Life

Author: Robyn Smith

Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc.

Published: 2020-03-03

Total Pages: 172

ISBN-13: 1646113462

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The complete beginner's guide to horses and riding for kids 8 to 12 This ultimate guide to horses for kids teaches you all about the basics of equine care—from anatomy to housing to bathing and feeding. Whether you're just starting out or already have a horse of your own, you'll learn how to ride, how to stay safe around horses, and how to develop a healthy and friendly relationship with them. Horse basics—Brush up on your techniques and learn about all the necessary gear, with illustrations to explain horse body language, horse lingo, the different ways horses move, and much more. Safety first—This standout book on horses for kids demonstrates the best practices to keep you and your horse safe during handling, training, riding, and grooming. The perfect horse for you—Learn all about the qualities of different types of horses so you can figure out your dream breed. If you're a horse lover, Horse Life is your perfect companion for getting ready to saddle up.

A Horse Called Hero
A Horse Called Hero

Author: Sam Angus

Publisher: Macmillan + ORM

Published: 2014-07-01

Total Pages: 239

ISBN-13: 1250062136

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In A Horse Called Hero by Sam Angus, it is the brink of World War II, and a family forced out of their London home flees to the country. Wolfie and his older sister Dodo are devastated to leave behind everything they've ever known, but they begin settling into their new life. One day, they come across an orphaned fowl, which they raise as Hero, a strong and beautiful horse who lives up to his name when he saves the children from a fire. Wolfie and Dodo find comfort in their new life, but the war is escalating quickly and horses are needed for combat. One night, Hero is stolen, and the children are shattered. Years then pass without any indication Hero will return. It's only when Wolfie becomes a stable hand that he discovers Hero has ended up working in the mines under terrible conditions. Then and there, Wolfie resolves to save Hero, a plan that places both of their lives in jeopardy. Together again, can they will survive?