"Many young readers love horses and dream of having a horse or a pony for a pet someday. They learn what kind of work it would actually take to care of this kind of pet as they explore clear text that can help them decide if a horse or pony is the right pet for them. In addition, fun facts about a variety of horses and ponies are presented, alongside colorful photographs of these beautiful animals. Graphic organizers, fact boxes, and a fun activity...

Examines the anatomy, history, and breeds of horses, and discusses the different ways horses have been used throughout history.

The author-illustrator team of Jeff Crosby and Shelley Ann Jackson celebrates all kinds of horses in this beautifully illustrated, fact-filled book.

When people think of the sturdy Clydesdale, they often imagine a team of strong horses pulling a wagon or sleigh. These giants of the horse world are perfectly suited to work as draft horses, but their gentle, cooperative natures also make them good competitors in horse shows. Learn all about the breed that began in the dale of the Clyde River in Scotland.

From the Pryor Mountain Mustang to the Tennessee Walking Horse, North America is home to an amazing variety of horses. In this lavish, photograph-filled guide, Judith Dutson provides 96 in-depth profiles that include each breed's history, special uses, conformation standards, and more. You'll learn about homegrown favorites like the Morgan, Appaloosa, and Quarter Horse, as well as exotic imports like the Mangalarga Marchador and the Selle Français....