From the series Saddle Up!
Belgian Horses
Reading Level Grade 1Interest Level Grades K – 3Copyright 2021
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From the series Saddle Up!
Reading Level Grade 1Interest Level Grades K – 3Copyright 2021
ReviewedStanding up to 20 hands tall, Belgian horses dwarf many other breeds! With their huge muscles and strong legs, these excellent equines can work hard without breaking a sweat. Young readers will be drawn to this title thanks to its leveled text and beautiful images. Special features show where the horses are from, show the horse’s history, and highlight an important activity. This book will help readers understand the beauty behind brawny Belgians!
'Engaging color photographs and large print with short sentences make this series perfect for elementary horse lovers. Standard nonfiction features included are: Table of Contents, Index, Glossary, Timeline, and Maps. Additionally, there is a To Learn More section with book recommendations and a Factsurfer section with web links. Some of the web links require an email and some contain advertisements. The series explains when the breed of horse came to the United States and each title contains historical information along with a map showing from where the horse originated. Each horse's working ability and temperament is discussed. The size of the horse is compared to a 48” child in a diagram. The humans pictured in the book all appear white. Elementary students would enjoy this series and use it to learn more about horse breeds.', Sarah Idman, School Librarian, Harwich Elementary School
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