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Author_Brittany Long Olsen
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Clydesdale
comics
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guide book
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kids ages 9-11
learning
Library
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Mongolian Horse
Nonfiction
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Pets
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Saddlebred
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science books for kids
Shetland Pony
STEM gift for kids
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Thoroughbred
Welsh Cob
Product details
- ISBN 9781524885977
- Weight: 549g
- Dimensions: 203 x 254mm
- Publication Date: 19 Nov 2026
- Publisher: Andrews McMeel Publishing
- Publication City/Country: US
- Product Form: Hardback
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Ever wonder why Thoroughbreds are so fast or why American Miniature Horses are used as guides? Discover the history of over 30 different horse breeds in this nonfiction book for kids, complete with comic panels and illustrations!
Why are Shetland ponies so small? Why are there so many horses in Mongolia? Why are Andalusians movie stars?
For hundreds of years, humans have been breeding horses and working alongside them, using them for everything from farm work, warfare, transportation, to sports. In this illustrated nonfiction book that combines comic panels, illustrations, diagrams, and text, readers will learn about the stories behind over 30 of the most popular horse breeds around the world and why they look and act the way they do.
Some of the breeds and their histories covered in this book include:
With author Brittany Long Olsen's gorgeous and adorable art as the “mane” event, this guidebook has all the greatest facts and stories behind your favorite furry friends!
Why are Shetland ponies so small? Why are there so many horses in Mongolia? Why are Andalusians movie stars?
For hundreds of years, humans have been breeding horses and working alongside them, using them for everything from farm work, warfare, transportation, to sports. In this illustrated nonfiction book that combines comic panels, illustrations, diagrams, and text, readers will learn about the stories behind over 30 of the most popular horse breeds around the world and why they look and act the way they do.
Some of the breeds and their histories covered in this book include:
- Arabian
- American Paint Horse
- American Quarter Horse
- Appaloosa
- Thoroughbred
- Morgan
- Tennessee Walker
- And more!
With author Brittany Long Olsen's gorgeous and adorable art as the “mane” event, this guidebook has all the greatest facts and stories behind your favorite furry friends!
Brittany Long Olsen is a cartoonist and illustrator with a deep love of storytelling through comics. Her previous graphic novels for young readers include Magic in the Valley and The Happy Shop. She lives in the Portland, Oregon area with her partner and their Australian Shepherd mix named Jetpack.
