About a little burro who was found running wild along Bright Angel Creek. Grades 5-8.
Marguerite Henry Books
Marguerite Henry was a dedicated storyteller whose narratives centered on horses and other animals, captivating generations of young readers with her profound affection for the natural world. Her works, often drawing from true events, are distinguished by their detailed exploration of animal psychology and the deep bonds they share with humans. Henry focused on the psychological development of her characters, delving into themes of loyalty, courage, and companionship. Her writing style is notable for its precision and its ability to immerse the reader in the animal kingdom with a sense of wonder and respect.






A baker's son, who dreams of becoming a riding master at Vienna's Spanish Court Riding School, is admitted as an apprentice and achieves his desire under the tutelage of both two-legged and four-legged masters.
The history of the horse, the many breeds, the physical characteristics, and its relationship with man comprise this illustrated study
Five o'clock Charlie
- 48 pages
- 2 hours of reading
Charlie's not old! So what if he's 28 and most people consider that a little old for a horse. When his rheumatism isn't acting up, he's as frisky as any young colt. And he's certainly not ready for retirement. Charlie can tackle any tough job that comes his way. Unfortunately, Mr. Spinks, Charlie's owner, doesn't quite agree. So he makes Charlie take a permanent, though well-deserved, vacation. Poor Charlie is bored to death! But then Charlie discovers there is something he can do. Maybe retirement isn't so boring after all!?!
A raging storm slashes across Assateague and Chincoteague islands. Water is everywhere The wild ponies and the people must battle for their lives.In the midst of the storm, Misty-the famous mare of Chincoteague-is about to give birth. Paul and Maureen are frantic with worry as the storm rages on... will Misty and her colt survive?This is the thrilling story of the hurricane that destroyed the wild herds of Assateague, and how strength and love helped rebuild them.
Justin Morgan Had a Horse
- 176 pages
- 7 hours of reading
Joel Goss knows that Little Bub is a special colt, even though he's a runt. And when schoolteacher Justin Morgan asks Joel to break the colt in, Joel is thrilled! Soon word about Little Bub has spread throughout the entire Northeast -- this spirited colt can pull heavier loads than a pair of oxen. And run faster than thoroughbreds! This is the story of the little runt who became the father of the world-famous breed of American horses -- the Morgan.
Two youngsters' determination to own a Chincoteague pony is greatly increased when the Phantom and her colt are among those rounded up for the yearly auction.
Follows the adventures of the Arabian stallion brought to England to become one of the founding sires of the Thoroughbred breed and the mute Arab stable boy who tended him with loyalty and devotion all his life.
Horses were in Annie Bronn's blood. For as long as she could remember, she had been fascinated by the spirited wild mustangs that roamed free throughout the West. So when greedy cattlemen started to round up the mustangs for slaughter, Annie knew it was up to her to save the breed. The true story of Wild Horse Annie's crusade to save the mustangs is inspiring. Readers will cheer her on, all the way to the White House, in her struggle to preserve these beautiful creatures from extinction.
A Wild colt rescued by two children is raised by a mare who has lost her own way.
Misty's Twilight
- 143 pages
- 6 hours of reading
What horse-loving child hasn't dreamed of owning a pony like Misty of Chincoteague? Dr. Sandy Price did, and with her two children, she goes to Chincoteague for the annual pony sale. Determined to find a pony that resembles Misty, they end up not with one but four beautiful ponies--one of them a direct descendant of Misty.
Der Sieger von Siena; König des Windes. Zwei spannende Pferdebücher in einem Band.
- 237 pages
- 9 hours of reading
Zwei spannende Pferderomane in einem Band: "Der Sieger von Siena" erzählt von Giorgio und seinem Pferd Gaudenzia, die in einem wilden Pferderennen siegen. In "König des Windes" stehen Abga und sein Pferd Sham im Mittelpunkt.
Der Sieger von Siena
- 160 pages
- 6 hours of reading
Misty
Das Pony von Chincoteague
Paul jagt mit seinem Pony durch das Piniengestrüpp und entdeckt das geheimnisvolle Phantom, eine wilde Stute, die ein Fohlen hat. Er nennt das Fohlen Misty und ahnt noch nicht, welche Abenteuer ihn mit den beiden erwarten werden.
Borina. Der weiße Lipizzanerhengst.
- 141 pages
- 5 hours of reading
Misty die berühmte Ponystute. Seestern, das verwaiste Fohlen. Zwei spannende Pferdegeschichten
- 221 pages
- 8 hours of reading
Annie und die Mustangs. Pony Stormy
- 222 pages
- 8 hours of reading
Annie und die Mustangs
- 173 pages
- 7 hours of reading
Seestern
das verwaiste Fohlen von Chincoteague
























