My First Horse and Pony Book: From Breeds and Bridles to Jophpurs and Jumping [Hardcover]

Judith Draper (Author), Matthew Roberts (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: July 4, 2005 | Age Level: 5 and up | Grade Level: K and up | Series: My First Horse and Pony

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. This comprehensive guide provides a solid foundation in the first principles of horse and pony management and an exciting introduction to the world of riding.

Editorial Reviews

From School Library Journal

Kindergarten-Grade 3–With a format that is appealing and well organized, this informative guide covers the basics about horses and ponies, including physical characteristics, care and feeding, grooming, and stabling. After discussing proper clothing and tacking up, the author takes a look at English and Western riding. Colorful photos show a diverse group of children–with some assistance from adults–demonstrating the complexities of horsemanship. The age of the youngsters depicted is appropriate for the volume's target audience. The photos are excellent–bright and clear–and precisely illustrate what the text is describing. The book is packed with helpful hints and ideas, and boxed sections present useful tidbits, such as explaining what a kind eye is or what a hand means in equestrian terminology. Sandy Ransford's The Kingfisher Illustrated Horse and Pony Encyclopedia (Kingfisher, 2004) is much more comprehensive, but Draper's offering is right on target for the younger horse set.–Carol Schene, Taunton Public Schools, MA
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From Booklist

Gr. 2-4. The many large, clear photos will draw children to this colorful book, which middle-grade children can read on their own and younger horse enthusiasts will enjoy as a read-aloud choice. Though some of the photos look posed, they all illustrate the text clearly, showing many young children watching, mounting, riding, and caring for horses. Each double-page spread highlights a single topic, such as "What to wear," "Horses and ponies in stables," and even "First jump." A typical spread features one or two large photos and an introductory paragraph as well as several small, captioned photos and a brief sidebar or two. The book begins with English-style riding, and ends with several pages on Western riding, equipment, and gaits. Attractive and accessible for real riders and those just dreaming of it. Carolyn Phelan
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Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 5 and up
  
• Hardcover: 48 pages
• Publisher: Kingfisher (July 4, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0753458780
• ISBN-13: 978-0753458785
• Product Dimensions: 11.2 x 8.7 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (10 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #463,497 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #42 in Books > 4-for-3 Books > Children's Books > Animals > Horses > Nonfiction

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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Not for the Western rider, February 8, 2007

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Cindy (Phoenix) - See all my reviews

This review is from: My First Horse and Pony Book: From Breeds and Bridles to Jophpurs and Jumping (Hardcover)

I was disappointed after receiving this book. My daughter is taking Western riding lessons and most of the book seems to be geared toward the English rider so she couldn't really relate. She could not learn correctly from it. There are a few pages that talk about Western riding but I feel it was written from an English riding perspective. I would not recommend it for the child who will be riding strickly Western.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A thoroughly "kid friendly" introduction and guide to all the basics of horsemanship, August 12, 2005

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Midwest Book Review (Oregon, WI USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: My First Horse and Pony Book: From Breeds and Bridles to Jophpurs and Jumping (Hardcover)

A thoroughly "kid friendly" introduction and guide to all the basics of horsemanship, My First Horse And Pony Book: From Breeds And Bridles To Jodhpurs And Jumping is ideal for young readers, especially those learning to care for and/or ride a pony or a horse of their own. From distinguishing what horses and ponies are, to what young riders should wear, to feeding and watering their mounts, to stable care, to riding tackle, to maneuvering their mount, My First Horse And Pony Book covers ever issue arising from riding for fun or for show. Enthusiastically recommended!

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Not overwhelming, April 14, 2006

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This review is from: My First Horse and Pony Book: From Breeds and Bridles to Jophpurs and Jumping (Hardcover)

This book is great for younger riders. It doesn't overwhelm the child with too much information. The illustrations are great. Real photographs of kids and horses not hand drawn pictures.