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This title explores everything a young horse lover would want to know about eventing, from the history to the specific skills required for each event. The title features informative sidebars, exciting photos, and a glossary.

"Discusses the selection, housing, diet, handling, grooming, and health of a new horse"--Provided by publisher.

"Starting Riding is a practical guide for young riders. It covers everything a beginner needs to know, from getting on and off a pony, to walking, trotting, cantering, and jumping. This new internet-linked edition also contains descriptions of fun and informative horse riding websites to visit."--from p. [4] of cover.

Horse lovers already know the thrill of mounting up and seeing the sights from the back of a horse. This book helps you learn more about this sport so that you can give it a try, too! Riding a horse is a great way to explore new trails and vistas, plus its fun to create a relationship with such a huge animal! Inside, learn how to find the right horse for you, how to choose the best gear (called "tack") you need, and about all the ways you can ride!...

Informs horse show participants where to sign up for a show, how to get both horse and rider ready to compete, and what to do upon arrival.

This title explores everything a young horse lover would want to know about horse racing, from the history to the training required. The title features informative sidebars, exciting photos, and a glossary.

Ponies are just baby horses, right? Wrong! They're beautiful, full-grown horses. Hop in the reading saddle and learn more about these wonderful animals! Today's reluctant readers are easily drawn to the distractions of electronic games, DVDs, and TV. But what if they had a book series designed just for them? What if all the titles featured high-interest topics, rockin' designs, and language kids understand? Our Reading Rocks! series offers young readers...

This title explores everything a young horse lover would want to know about dressage, from the history to the movements involved.

"Say giddyup and get ready for some exciting games! From races to horseball, horses and their riders compete in a lot of sports. Learn more about horses and the thrilling sports they play" -- Publisher's website.

"You love horses--and really want to learn everything about them. Now what? Whether you dream about learning to ride or just love horses and ponies and want to know all about them, this guide is packed with the essential information and advice that every horse-loving kid will enjoy. Explore how horses helped humans make history. Discover the workings of their bodies and minds, inside and out, and get expert information on how to keep them healthy...