Ponies

by Laura Marsh, National Geographic Kids (Editor)

Ponies is replete with brilliant photographs and catchy content that will both teach and entertain. Children will be captivated as they watch a brand new baby foal walk within minutes of being born then quickly turn into one of the most graceful animals on Earth. Like all of our level 1 readers written by skilled children’s books authors, this title invites kids to learn more about their favorite topics in a familiar format that instills success.

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Genres: Nonfiction, Animals, Science, Spanish Literature, Childrens, Picture Books, Horses

32 pages, Paperback

Published August 23, 2011

Reviews

[Ruth Ann · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is an entry in Nat Geo Kids Super Reader series that includes a CD. I was skeptical about how the CD could possibly accompany this visually appealing non-fiction book about ponies. I laughed in delight when I heard ponies running through the fields! There is music in the background as the narrator guides young people through the pages and pictures.
An emphasis is on the differences between ponies and horses.
I am looking forward to listening to Storms and Volcanoes. :)

[Emily · Rating 5 out of 5]

PONY PICTURES ARE SO CUTE

[Pasta Bird · Rating 3 out of 5]

Not the best. It does provide mostly good information in a format that is good for beginning readers, but there were some little informational errors that bothered me, mostly because this is a National Geographic book. I feel like they should be held to higher standards.

Norwegian Fjord HORSES are, in fact, horses. Not ponies. That is one fact that people often get wrong, and it annoys me to no end. They are often called “small draft horses”, but are technically warmbloods.

There were also some pictures that didn’t highlight what they were supposed to. Like the “bay” and “brown” color panels, except it was just a close up of the horse’s hair. This annoyed me especially for the bay one, because bay is characterized by a black mane and tail. The “snip” panel was also misleading. I did not see a snip in the picture. To me, it looked like they were calling a mealy muzzle a snip.

These are things that I sometimes let books get away with. I just feel like National Geographic owes their readers correct, accurate information, no matter how old they are or at what level they read.

[April · Rating 4 out of 5]

One of my students picked this book up and asked me to read it with him. Of course, I'm going to read a book when a child asks me to, so we sat down and read it together. I found it to be a delightful non-fiction book. It was filled with many interesting facts. I actually leaned several things about them. For example, I learned that the pony is only called a foal for it's first year, then it is called a filly or a colt, depending on it's gender. I also learned about the different types of markings on their heads. The book was also very engaging, with many colorful photographs, and even jokes. The one about what the pony said when it fell down had my student and I laughing out loud. This book is an engaging and factual read. I highly recommend it for parents and children to read together or young readers who want to learn more about ponies.

[Elizabeth Hands]

Ponies is an informational early reader with excellent photographs and catchy content that will both teach and entertain the young reader. Children will be captivated as they watch a brand-new baby foal walk within minutes of being born then quickly turn into one of the most graceful animals on Earth. I enjoyed reading this book it's informational and will help the kids learn how a new baby foal enters the world. I would recommend this book for children ages 5 to 8 who love ponies, love all things that deal with horses, and want that extra informational piece to it. There were no diverse characters.

[XIS Grade 3 · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really enjoy learning about horses (Ian).

[Rosemary · Rating 5 out of 5]

Interesting information on ponies. Most pages have about three short sentences. Some difficult words such as Chincoteague.

[KaitandMaddie · Rating 4 out of 5]

Another good read for Maddie.

[Michelle · Rating 4 out of 5]

Really cute pics of ponies!

[Tapani Aulu · Rating 3 out of 5]

Simppeliä lastentietokirjasarjaa. Toimii 5-vuotiaalle. Tässä oli hassu yksilö, kun oli useita sivuja kahteen kertaan sekaisin =D

[Jody Kyburz · Rating 5 out of 5]

A perfect Nonfiction November book!

[Heidi · Rating 5 out of 5]

Ponies addresses a perennially favorite topic. The book takes a look at what a pony is, how they are different from horses, different markings, and different breeds, along with advice about riding them. The photographs compliment the text which is very important in nonfiction books. The photographs are clear and crisp, the text is suitable for new readers. I especially like the photos in the glossary that help students understand the highlighted words better. The jokes are a nice touch, since I have yet to meet a child that didn't love a good joke.

[Rosa Cline · Rating 4 out of 5]

National Geographic Kids books are always great on whatever subject you are wanting to read-study about. They are simple but not so simple they can't teach.

This one is about ponies. It talks about the difference in a pony and a horse. And all about them. My 4 year old granddaughter loved this book. Even after I read it to her she carried it around and looked at it. She loves anything having to do with animals but especially horses-ponies. So if you have a horse lover child-grandchild this book is for them.

[Latosha Finch · Rating 3 out of 5]

This non-fiction book is an informational text that provides information on ponies. It includes pictures of the different types of ponies. It also provides definitions of words the reader may not be familiar with. This book can be used in a literacy workstation. Students can write a persuasive piece attempting to persuade their parents to buy them a horse.

[Peacegal · Rating 3 out of 5]

Great book to get kids reading and learning about animals.

[Emily Ever]

Great book for kids who are horse-obsessed (we all know one). Focuses on ponies as opposed to horses and tells the difference between them.