Books in Kingfisher Riding Club series

The perfect gift for the child who has caught the horse and pony bug! This glorious, full-color reference gathers all the essential and practical information the young enthusiast needs to know about caring for and looking after horses and ponies. Horse and Pony Care will give a child all the practical information they need to look after the horse or pony that they ride and love.

The perfect gift for the child who has been smitten with the horse and pony bug! Packed with specially commissioned photos, this handsome reference gathers all the essential information the aspiring young rider wants to know as well as the fun and romance of the world of horses and ponies. The topics covered include everything from practical advice on tack, dressage, and first riding lessons, to how to approach, groom, and tend to a horse or pony. There's a wealth of information about the different breeds as well as important advice on pony health, safety, and how to choose the right pony. Detailed photo sequences take more experienced riders through the more advanced riding skills, and offer an inside look at the workings of a stable. An illustrated glossary and index round out this handsome and informative gift book.

Here's a wealth of information about different horses and ponies, their origins, types, colors, and markings. Complemented by crisp color photographs, the text points out the differences between a Thoroughbred and a half-bred horse, describes the amazing variety of horse and pony breeds, and details many distinctive facial and other markings. Whether it's an Appaloosa or an Andalusian, a Clydesdale or a Connemara, young horse-lovers will find their favorite creatures beautifully photographed and described in this handsome and authoritative gift book.

The Kingfisher Facts and Records Book of Space covers the universe in detail including: the solar system, asteroids, meteorites, and comets, planets and constellations, people in space, and living in space. Packed with fun facts and amazing figures, this authoritative, illustrated reference is perfect for kids who are curious about what lies beyond the earth. Special Features: Facts and Figures panels provide at-a-glance access to essential data. Interactive 'Databank' panels answer key questions on each topic. User-friendly visual interface. Glossary and Index.

This book will help every young horse enthusiast recognize and identify different horse and pony breeds from all over the world, with annotation and fact boxes to point out particular characteristics. Stunning photographs taken by horse photographer Bob Langrish capture each breed beautifully and will help readers distinguish one breed from another.

The perfect gift for the child who has been smitten with the horse and pony bug! Packed with specially commissioned photos, this handsome reference gathers all the essential information the aspiring young rider wants to know as well as the fun and romance of the world of horses and ponies. The topics covered include everything from practical advice on tack, dressage, and first riding lessons, to how to approach, groom, and tend to a horse or pony. There's a wealth of information about the different breeds as well as important advice on pony health, safety, and how to choose the right pony. Detailed photo sequences take more experienced riders through the more advanced riding skills, and offer an inside look at the workings of a stable. An illustrated glossary and index round out this handsome and informative gift book.

Kingfisher Riding Club series caters for the young horse and pony enthusiast. The series covers every aspect of horse and pony lore, as well as provide practical information on care, riding, showing and training. You do not need to own a pony to love Kingfisher Riding Club. This book, now available in paperback, is a photographic introduction to horses and ponies that provides a wealth of information about riding and horse-care, as well as capturing the magic of these fascinating animals. Many horse books currently available on the market are too dry and weighty for the child who is new to riding. They concentrate on the serious practicalities of pony-ownership and fail to convey the pleasure of simply being around horses. This is a book targeted at the child, of 8 years plus, who is learning to ride at a riding school but dreams of having a pony of her own. With scores of specially commissioned photographs of horses and ponies in the fields, at the stables, being ridden, this book will convey the romance and fun of the world of horses, as well as the facts.

The perfect gift for the child who has caught the horse and pony bug! This glorious, full-color reference gathers all the essential and practical information the young enthusiast needs to know about caring for and looking after horses and ponies. Horse and Pony Care will give a child all the practical information they need to look after the horse or pony that they ride and love.