A photo essay introducing members of the horse family, their evolution, behavior, importance, history, breeding, and training. Includes a CD-ROM with clip art.
Shetland Ponies are small horses with long, thick manes. They are popular entertainment for children at carnivals and fairs. In this title, students will learn more about the characteristics of this friendly breed and what makes it special today.
Discusses the lineage, physical characteristics, life span, breeding, and uses of the American saddlebred, considered to be one of the most beautiful horses in the world.
Discusses the evolution of horses, various breeds, how they are used for work and pleasure, riding styles and equipment, and the role of horses in history, fiction, and everyday life.
Traces how horses have evolved, explains the differences between breeds, and discusses the anatomy and behavior of horses; includes over 250 pictures and more than one hundred entries.
Presents information and guidance for new riders on horse breeds; the types of work horses perform and sports in which they compete; mounting and dismounting, aids and transitions, jumping, and other equestrian skills; horse care; and tack and equipment; and includes hundreds of color photos.
