Favorite Reading Series at Northwest Library: 2 - 5/Age 7 - 10

Did you know that there is a big difference between a pony and a miniature horse? Readers will learn all about these differences as well as just what makes these diminutive horses so special. Detailed photographs show the many unique features of miniature horses and how they compare to their larger relatives. These horses have been used in mines, as show horses, and even as guides for the blind. Readers will also learn why miniature horses make great pets and how to care for them.

Did you know that horses have been around for 55 million years? Of course, they have changed their appearance a lot over the centuries. People have used horses for many different things, from plowing fields to fighting in battles. Readers will learn about the way horses adapted to the changes in their environment over millions of years. They will also explore the special relationship between horses and humans in the United States and throughout the world.