Author Last Name,
Author First Name,
Pages,
Binding,
Edition,
ISBN 10,
ISBN 13,
Condition,
Publisher,
Date Published,
Specifications
Author Last Name:
Polacco
Author First Name:
Patricia
Pages:
41
Binding:
Mass Market Paperback
Edition:
Illustrated
ISBN 10:
0698118871
ISBN 13:
9780698118874
Condition:
Used
Publisher:
Puffin Books
Date Published:
1/15/2001
Genre:
Early Reader Fiction
Description
Patricia is thrilled when her father decides that she's finally old enough to learn to ride. But her dreams of having a beautiful horse of her own are dashed when he takes her to a stable in Dogpatch, the rundown section of town. Patricia is sure that she'll never learn anything in a place like that. But it's in Dogpatch that Patricia meets two individuals-kind, patient Mrs. Mack and a glorious chestnut mare named Penny-who help her overcome her fears, and change her life forever. Powerfully written, beautifully told, and brought to life with rich watercolor illustrations, this is a story that will touch the heart of everyone who reads it.Awards A Smithsonian Magazine Notable Book of the Year Girls who love horses will strongly identify with Polacco's autobiographical story. (Publishers Weekly)Publishers WeeklyPW called this story of a 10-year-old girl whose father decides she is old enough to ride a horse "inviting. The drawings convey the emotions of each scene, adding emphasis to pivotal points." Ages 4-8. (Jan.) Copyright 2000 Cahners Business Information.
