When Annie's cat disappears, she attempts friendship with a variety of unsuitable woodland animals. The borders of the pages foretell the emergence of spring and the birth of kittens.
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"The pictures hold countless surprises. Indisputably, this is a work of wonder that deserves highest honors." Publishers Weekly
About the Author
With more than thirty million books in print, Jan Brett is one of the nation's foremost author/illustrators of children's books. Jan lives in a seacoast town in Massachusetts, close to where she grew up. During the summer her family moves to a home in the Berkshire Hills of Massachusetts.
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Jan Brett is the author of the New York Times bestselling Gingerbread Friends, The Three Snow Bears, and The Mitten, as well as many other classics. She lives in Norwell, Massachusetts.
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59 of 60 people found the following review helpful
By A Customer
Format:Paperback
I had read this book as a child, then recently came across it again as an adult. Although the story itself is simple, the moral is timeless and holds the characteristics of a downplayed fairytale. As a horse lover, I feel that there are not enough books out there which center around the majestic beast. Fritz is akin to Charlie Brown's Christmas tree. A not so beautiful, diamond in the rough, heart of gold pony who will fill readers' hearts. This book has incidentally inspired me to try my hand at writing children's horse stories as well. I recommend it to anyone who wants to teach children the importance of all too rare goodness which needs to be duplicated time and again.
25 of 25 people found the following review helpful
By breyergal
Format:Paperback
This is a wonderful story about Fritz, a short, shaggy pony who lives his life in the shadow of the tall, sleek horses of the kingdom. His life changes, however, when this little "nobody" prances forward to rescue the children when the "beautiful" horses cannot.
An endearing story which teaches children that true beauty is found inside. As with all Jan Brett books, the charming illustrations will captivate even the smallest of children.
Add this one to your child's library ... it's sure to quickly become a favorite!
23 of 23 people found the following review helpful
By A Customer
Format:Paperback
Fritz is not beautiful, but he is gentle and kind and hard working. He rescues the children when the beautiful horses would not. This story, like all of Jan Brett's books, is wonderfully illustrated and teaches a lesson while showing the joys animals bring to a child's life.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
Such a beautiful book
I remember going to the school library at recess to read this book. I think it's one of the most beautifully written and illustrated children's books ever written. Read more
Published 6 days ago by linsey merrill
5.0 out of 5 stars
My Favorite Children's Book
My Grandma gave me this book when I was a little girl and to this day, I love the message so very much! Read more
Published 29 days ago by C. Wren
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Fritz and the Beautiful Horses
This is a beautifully illustrated book! The story line is one that can be related to children that view themselves as being different from others. That child, too, is a hero!
Published 2 months ago by Tava
5.0 out of 5 stars
Very nice book
The book is beautiful. The pictures very colorful. This was a gift for my granddaughter who loves horses. She was very happy to receive it.
Published 3 months ago by Margaret White
5.0 out of 5 stars
A favorite book of mine!
I wanted to buy this for my niece for her baby shower. She will one day be able to read it herself and I was happy to give her something I loved as a child too.
Published 3 months ago by C. Ziegler
4.0 out of 5 stars
Good buy
Jan Brett is a very popular childrens author. Book is fun, good illustrations & detailing in the borders. It has very classic style.
Published 3 months ago by Lee M Robinson
5.0 out of 5 stars
My 6 year old daughter loves this book
My daughter loves horses so I knew she would enjoy this book because it's about horses. She really enjoyed the story about Fritz and appreciates what a good pony Fritz was in the... Read more
Published 3 months ago by April Ingram
5.0 out of 5 stars
Fritz and the Beautiful Horses
I love Jan Brett's books. This one touches your heart as it tells the story of a little, odd looking pony who is left out of the high life of the fine horses in town. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Pen
5.0 out of 5 stars
Just as good as I expect from Jan Brett!
I love using Jan Brett in my preK Fours classroom. The illustrations are beautiful, the vocabulary is great, and the clues that Jan Brett provides are super for budding readers. Read more
Published 4 months ago by karate mom
4.0 out of 5 stars
Love Jan Brett
Great pictures. Lovely story! I just live the Nordic themes and attire in her books!! Sturdy board book is nice too!
Published 4 months ago by Anne Sommer
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