The Best Beginner's Guide to Horses and Ponies for Kids - (Best Beginner's Guide for Kids with Pets) by Kirsten Lee (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

You love horses and ponies--and desperately want to get to know them better. Now what?
Whether you have a horse or pony, are thinking about learning to ride, or just love horses and ponies and want to learn all about them, this guide is packed with the essential information and advice that every horse-loving kid will enjoy.

You'll discover how horses helped humans make history. You'll explore their bodies and minds, inside and out, and how to keep them healthy and happy. You'll learn how to ride them and care for them. You'll survey horse shows and horse sports all around the world. Most importantly, you'll understand how to form a lasting bond with the horses and ponies in your life. Full-color photographs aid in understanding and show off the beauty and majesty of horses and ponies in the real world.

The Best Beginner's Guide to Horses and Ponies for Kids covers a lot of important topics, including:

• Horse breeds and their characteristics
• Safe handling and communicating with horses
• Mucking, grooming, and tacking
• Nutrition and health care
• Riding lessons
• Responsible horsemanship
• And so much more!

About the Author

Kirsten Lee was born a horse-crazy kid! She is a lifelong riding instructor, judge, and horse trainer. She is certified through the American Riding Instructors Association in Dressage and Eventing and is a United States Pony Club Graduate "A." Kirsten and her students have competed successfully up to the national level in Dressage, Combined Training, Hunter/Jumper, and Polocrosse. When she's not in the saddle, Kirsten can be found on her farm in wild, wonderful West Virginia, or at www.wvhorsetrainer.com and www.bestbeginnersguidetohorses.com.