An unusual work horse raised in Vermont and known originally as "Little Bub" becomes the sire of a famous American breed and takes the name of his owner, Justin Morgan.
"This photo-illustrated book for elementary readers describes the unique characteristics of one of the oldest horse breeds in the United States, the Morgan horse. Explains the history of the breed, from Justin Morgan's sire to today's strong and refined horses"--Provided by publisher.
In the Vermont spring of 1853, Bell's Star, a Morgan horse, and his owner Katie rescue a runaway slave and try to outwit the slave catchers in order to help her to freedom.
Examines the history and physical characteristics of the Morgan horse, named after Justin Morgan, who horse Figure became the foundation sire for the entire breed of Morgans.
Heather Richardson loves Blackjack, her trusted horse, but when she meets a rare, gray Morgan named Frosty, she realizes that not all horses are created equal and that each horse has its own special talent.
When John has an accident while cutting logs in the Vermont woods, Tom, the Morgan horse who is his work partner and friend, uses intelligence and strength to rescue him.
In the Vermont spring of 1853, Bell's Star, a Morgan horse, and his owner Katie rescue a runaway slave and try to outwit the slave catchers in order to help her to freedom.
