Includes bibliographical references (page 31) and index.
Contents:
Choosing a horse or pony -- Getting started -- Safety tips -- Food and drink -- Cleaning and grooming -- Exercise and shelter -- Keeping healthy -- In the wild -- Quarter Horse -- Appaloosa -- Welsh Pony -- Arabian -- Easy-to-make: Colorful window -- Fun facts.
Summary:
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 put a fresh twist on a high-interest topic.
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