horsemanship

Historically used as strong draft horses, Clydesdales are one of the world?s largest horse breeds! But don?t let their size fool you. These giants make calm companions.

First found throughout the Middle East as early as 1500 BCE, Arabian horses are one of the oldest horse breeds in the world! They are built to run across sandy deserts, and they excel at dressage, jumping, and more! In this title, young readers will discover the breed?s unique appearance, history, and strengths. A size comparison chart, coat colors feature, range map, timeline, and jumping diagram highlight even more about this beloved breed.

With unique coats dotted with color, Appaloosa horses are easy to spot! But these fancy horses are more than just beautiful. They demonstrate grace in many horse events.

They once galloped through the Great Plains. But today, the uniquely patterned American paint horse makes the perfect trail-riding companion! This low-level title describes the horse?s appearance, history, and talents.

There is only one way for Libby to live up to her potential and achieve her dream of being the best rider in the world. Find a way to win a Blue Ribbon with Saddleshoes, the most difficult pony at High Hopes Farm.

Discusses the selection and care of a young rider's first horse.

Madison "Maddie" Martinez must find a way to save her pony Cloudy from being sold.

Photographs, charts, and text introduce young readers to the basics of horseback riding including a history of the sport, safety measures and equipment, and horse shows and rodeos.

Teen equestrians Tommi, Kate, and Zara try to put aside thoughts of boyfriends and family issues as they continue to compete on the elite A-circuit, but secrets they are keeping from one another prove more problematic.

The Berenstain Bears meet Farmer Ben's new friend Oscar, a shaggy little pony, and Brother and Sister Bear volunteer to take care of Oscar and soon find themselves entered in a riding show.