My First Horse And Pony Book

An exciting introduction to the world of riding for young horse and pony enthusiasts.

Because even city kids dream of owning a pony someday! Award-winning author Judith Draper clearly explains every aspect of horse care, from feeding and grooming to tack cleaning and first aid. Packed with top tips, safety hints, and step-by-step instructions, this book ensures that young readers have the knowledge they need to keep a horse well fed and clean, happily stabled, and healthy. The accessible text is accompanied by vivid, specially commissioned photography by leading horse photographer Matthew Roberts.

This stunningly illustrated book is just what young pony fanatics need to fuel their equestrian enthusiasm, be they budding riders or armchair pony lovers. The fun and inspiring text, combined with exquisite photographs, cover in detail all aspects of first pony facts, care and riding. My First Pony is a highly accessible book that will keep children entertained for hours. Top tips from professional riders give useful, practical advice straight from the horse's mouth, and contact websites encourage further reading. All in all, this comprehensive guide provides a solid foundation in the first principles of pony management and an exciting introduction to the world of riding.

A guide to riding, caring for, and showing ponies and horses that covers different breeds, tack, riding clothes, proper positions, jumping, handling, grooming, feeding, common problems, competitions, and much more. Includes 180 photographs.

The ultimate visual guide for children passionate about all things equine, covering just about anything and everything horse related Calling all horse lovers! This horse book for kids is a one-stop-shop for equine knowledge, from their history, anatomy, breeds, how to care for them, their social significance, and more! Inside the pages of this children’s book about all things equestrian you will find: • Informative features on all the major horse and pony breeds from the enormous Dutch Draught Horse to the tiny Argentine Falabella • Beautiful images of magnificent horses found across the world • Lessons about the usefulness of horses across different cultures from sport, shows, traditions, and celebrations, to transport, police work, and even shrimp-fishing! • Extensive information and step-by-step instructions on how to ride these magnificent animals and horse care From the difference between horses and ponies to why horses sleep standing up, this comprehensive guide explores every horsey topic you could want to explore! Colorful photographs and pictures on every page include many different horses and pony breeds, from Shetland ponies, shire horses, and thoroughbreds and highlights their importance in our world today. Kids will learn how to care for horses and understand them, covering topics such as grooming a horse, how to muck out a stable, and looking after tack. The book also explores horse skills and will answer questions about riding horses and ponies, such as what dressage is, how to steer a horse, and much more!

This stunningly photographed book is just what young equestrian enthusiasts need to fuel their excitement, be they budding riders who already have their own pony or those who dream of horse ownership. The informative and inspiring text, combined with exquisite photographs, covers in detail all aspects of first horse and pony facts, care and riding. My First Horse and Pony Book by Judith Draper and Matthew Roberts provides a solid foundation in the first principles of horse and pony management and an exciting introduction to the world of riding.

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