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The Shetland pony makes up for its small size with strength. In the past, Shetland ponies pulled heavy carts overloaded with coal and peat. Today, the ponies show their strength and talent in harness and jumping competitions. Learn how the Shetland pony went from a pit pony of the mines to a faithful friend of both children and adults.
A brief history and description of the Shetland pony, including its origins in Great Britain and its appeal to children.
Describes the Shetland Pony, including its history, physical features, and uses today. Includes a photo diagram of the pony.
"Engaging images accompany information about the Shetland pony. The combination of high-interest subject matter and narrative text is intended for students in grades 3 through 7"--Provided by publisher.
Shetland ponies are little and fun! Shetland Pony introduces the history of this breed and why people love it. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Kids Core is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
Shetland ponies are popular as pets and for use with beginning riders. These animals were originally bred for harsh weather and hard work on the Shetland Islands. Through the years, the ponies kept their shaggy coats and easy-to-train nature. Today’s Shetland ponies are even used as service animals. Pony lovers will find out how these small horses became the special breed they are today. Specially chosen photographs spotlight the Shetland pony’s unique qualities.
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Provides an introduction to the characteristics, life cycle, and uses of the Shetland pony breed. Written in English and Spanish.
Describes the characteristics of the Shetland pony, including a history, a discussion of specific traits, and offers information about riding and ownership.