Books with title "I Can Draw" Horses and Ponies

The graceful beauty and energy of horses have long attracted people. In fact, horses have been domesticated for thousands of years. Horse lovers will find everything they want to know in this high-interest book, including the differences between horses and ponies, what horse hooves are made of, and the different gaits of a moving horse. Numerous equine vocabulary words are defined, such as colt, filly, foal, and mare. Readers will also learn about the evolution of horses and ponies, competitions, and grooming and care. A bright design and varied text elements, such as diagrams, activities, and quizzes, augment this informative volume.

This clearly written and beautifully illustrated account of horse begins by tracing their origin and the manifold uses to which man has put the horse in areas such as war, hunting, transport and recreation. There is much valuable information on buying, caring for and breeding horses, as well as important tips for riders, which include descriptions of equipment and suggestions for improving riding skills. Novices as well as experienced enthusiasts will find the detailed description of horses and ponies of the whole world, listed under their country of origin, thoroughly engrossing reading.