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Author
Publisher
Greystone Books
Pub. Date
2023
Language
English
Description
"In this entertaining and informative book, science writer Till Hein shares the most tantalizing findings from the world of seahorses, opening up some of the secrets of these magical creatures of the sea. He reveals their intriguing biological features, such as their unique prehensile tails, their fins, and their lack of a stomach (seahorses only have intestines!). He speaks to experts about the fossil record of prehistoric seahorses, and examines...
Author
Series
Publisher
National Geographic
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
"Horses are popular all over the world, as pets, participants in competitions, farm animals, and more. In fact, they're one of humankind's oldest animal companions. This fascinating, fun-filled book introduces you to different horse breeds; how horses became our stalwart companions; life in the herd; adorable foals; horse coloration, markings, and manes; and so much more."--
Author
Series
Publisher
Children's Press, an imprint of Scholastic Inc
Pub. Date
[2023]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"Why are dogs pets and wolves wild? How are they similar? How are they different? Find out with this new series of books! Horses and zebras are different animals. Horses can be pets and live on a farm. Zebras are wild and live in nature. But these mammals do have some things in common, such as what they eat, how fast they can run, and their special hoofed feet. Get ready to discover a lot more about horses and zebras - what they share and the many...
Author
Series
Orca wild volume 11
Publisher
Orca Book Publishers
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
"Part of the nonfiction Orca Wild series for middle-grade readers and illustrated with color photographs throughout, this book looks at the controversial past, present and future of wild horses around the world, including the ongoing threats to their existence."--
Author
Series
Spirit riding free volume 2
Publisher
Little, Brown and Company
Pub. Date
2017.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.5 - AR Pts: 6
Language
English
Description
Lucky Prescott and Spirit, the wild stallion, have an unbreakable bond. Along with their new best friends, Abigail and Pru, Lucky and Spirit set off on daring adventures, push their limits, and discover what it means to be truly free.
6) Seahorses
Author
Series
Publisher
Jump!, Inc
Pub. Date
[2024]
Language
English
Description
"In this book, early fluent readers will learn how seahorses live and survive in the ocean. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about the marine animal's appearance, diet, life cycle, and behaviors. Take a Look! infographics highlight and label the fish's range and habitat as well as its anatomy. Sidebars present interesting, supplementary information, and an activity offers readers an...
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2024.
Language
English
Description
An exciting first guide to the magnificent world of horses. Learn all about horses, from how to care for them to how to ride one, in this informative children's guide to horse and pony care. Covering favorite breeds, from Shire horse to Shetland pony, what kit to use, and equestrian sports, this visual book is something that every young horse enthusiast aged 5-7 will want to own. Eye-catching images are featured alongside friendly illustrations, giving...
8) Doris
Author
Publisher
Roaring Brook Press
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
"Doris has always reveled in the warmth of a spotlight. Her whole life, she's danced the nights away, with friends from the only home she's ever known. But one day, Doris twirls...out of step...until she stumbles across a whole new kind of spotlight"--
10) Seas the day!
Author
Series
Not-so-tiny tales of Simon Seahorse volume 8
Publisher
Little Simon
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
Simon learns his friend DeeDee is moving away from Coral Grove, and knows he will miss his friend, so he plans the best day ever, even if some have doubts.
Author
Series
Publisher
ETP Publications
Pub. Date
[2021]
Language
English
Description
A perfect horse book for littles to learn their ABCs. Simple language for older siblings to read to younger siblings. Beautiful illustrations for everyone! Join Elvis and his horse, donkey and mule friends on adventures in the alphabet!
Author
Series
Horsetail Hollow volume 5
Publisher
Disney/Hyperion
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
"Ever since Maddie and her sister, Evie, moved with their family from the big city to a farm called Horsetail Hollow, it's been one magical adventure after another. A mixed-up wish has been bringing horses from fairy tale worlds to their farm--and the sisters are the only ones who can help them save their happily-ever-afters! In this must-have fifth book in the Horsetail Hollow series, Maddie and Evie open Horsetail Hollow for riding lessons, with...
Author
Series
Publisher
ETP Publications
Pub. Date
[2021]
Language
English
Description
Making new friends can be scary at first, especially when they do not look the same or speak the same language. Elvis meets a mule names Curly and learns he does not need to be afraid of animals that look and sound different from him.
Author
Series
Publisher
Crooked Lane
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
"It's business as usual when horse rescue owner Mallory Martin gets a call from Sheriff Grady Sullivan that a loose horse has been found in a popular hunting area. While trying to catch the horse, Mallory stumbles upon the body of his unfortunate rider, Hillspring's star basketball coach, Douglas Griggs. All signs point to a tragic hunting accident. Despite her better instincts, Mallory finds herself in the middle of another murder investigation when...
Author
Series
Secrets of the sky volume 1
Publisher
Scholastic Press
Pub. Date
2023.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.2 - AR Pts: 5
Language
English
Description
"Ten-year-old Kinjal knows something strange is going on. But he does not expect his dog, Thums-up, to disappear before his eyes in the middle of the night! Even stranger, two enormous flying horses appear and insist on taking Kinjal and his twin sister, Kiya, to a place they have never heard of: the Sky Kingdom. The twins have no choice but to go if they want to see their dog again, even if that isn't why the winged pakkhiraj horses showed up in...
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