This nonfiction picture book about horses has a fresh focus: how people over the ages have decorated horses in special ways. Organized into three categories-warfare and hunting, performance and competition, performance, and ceremony-the book introduces horses such as the chariot-pulling war horse of the Persians to the rose-decorated winner of the Kentucky Derby.

How are Arabians different than other horses? Where did the first Arabian horses come from? Learn all about these fascinating and powerful creatures inside. Kids are fascinated by horses! These animals' beauty, strength, and close relationship to people make them a perennial favorite for young readers. Our Majestic Horses series introduces readers to some of the most famous horse breeds, both domestic and wild. With spectacular photos and clear, inviting...

From their large hooves to their even larger bodies, Clydesdales are some of the most recognizeable horse breeds around. Learn more about these huge working horses inside. Kids are fascinated by horses! These animals' beauty, strength, and close relationship to people make them a perennial favorite for young readers. Our Majestic Horses series introduces readers to some of the most famous horse breeds, both domestic and wild. With spectacular photos...

"Describes the characteristics and behavior of pet horses, also discussing their physical appearance and place in history"--Provided by publisher.

Sam, having rescued an abused mare from a gang of outlaw rustlers, now faces the question of what to do with the horse since her father's ranch already has a full corral, and a drought has caused a shortage of feed.

Which shaggy little horse rarely grows beyond 45 inches high? It's the Shetland pony, and you'll learn lots more about this smart, strong animal inside. Kids are fascinated by horses! These animals' beauty, strength, and close relationship to people make them a perennial favorite for young readers. Our Majestic Horses series introduces readers to some of the most famous horse breeds, both domestic and wild. With spectacular photos and clear, inviting...

The experiences of a mouse-colored horse from his birth in the wild, through his capture by humans and his work in the rodeo and on the range, to his eventual old age.

Young Alec Ramsay is shipwrecked on a desert island with a horse destined to play an important part in his life. Following their rescue their adventure continues in America.

Moving through the alphabet, a girl ponders the many different kinds of horses she will have when she gets older, from Appaloosa to zebra.