World of horses
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.3 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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The nimble Arabian horse is known for both beauty and endurance. Young readers will be fascinated to learn about the breed's origins in the hot, harsh deserts of Arabia and its transition into one of the world's most popular and influential horse breeds. The gorgeous photographs of these beautiful horses are sure to draw in even the most reluctant readers.
2) Clydesdales
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.1 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Though these big, majestic draft horses are most often seen pulling carriages and wagons in ads and parades, they were originally bred to work on farms. The Clydesdale hails from Scotland, but has become popular around the world. Readers will love learning about Clydesdale foals, history, care, diet, and much more. Great photographs and a fact-packed text are sure to make this title a favorite with horse fans.
3) Friesians
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.5 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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With its shiny black coat and long, flowing mane and tail, the Friesian is one of the most dramatic-looking and beautiful horse breeds. Readers explore the Friesian's roots in the province of Friesland-in the Netherlands. The horse's distinctive features are discussed, as is its life cycle and diet. There are chapters focusing on dressage and driving competitions, too. Fun facts and stunning photographs are sure to win over horse lovers.
4) Lipizzans
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.4 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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The Spanish Riding School in Vienna, Austria gave fame to these graceful horses for their balletic dressage performances. The breed's noble history is traced, from its origins in the sixteenth century through its protection by the American military in World War II to its growing popularity around the world today. Great photographs of Lipizzans doing everything from performing the famous airs above the ground to getting some well-deserved downtime...
5) Lusitanos
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.4 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Young horse enthusiasts will enjoy learning about Portugal's most prized horse breed in this engrossing volume. The Lusitano's close relationship to the Andalusian is brought to the forefront and readers will examine how the Lusitano's use in Portuguese-style bullfighting shaped it into the brave, agile horse it is today. The book's spectacular photographs and wealth of interesting facts will both entertain and enlighten readers.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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A Thoroughbred horse is bred for speed. The horses that take part in many storied races, such as the Kentucky Derby, Preakness Stakes, and Belmont Stakes, are all Thoroughbreds. In fact, almost all racehorses the United States are Thoroughbreds. The compelling text discusses how these swift steeds are bred, raised, fed, and more. Great horse photographs are featured and accompanied by information about the history of the breed.