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Tecolote: The Little Horse That Could
The little horse's chances were not good. Born prematurely on a freezing night, the buckskin colt had to fight for his life. When he was still a baby, Tecolote lost his mother. Would he be able to find a horse to help him grow up and teach him the ways of the herd? Would he ever know a friend who would love and protect him?
Be with Tecolote as he masters the challenges that young horses--and young people--face as they grow up and become all they're meant to be.
Tecolote: The Little Horse That Could will inspire children and adults alike. Join Sandy Nathan as she tells a true tale of a young horse growing up straight and tall, a youngster who will remind you of the child in us all.
The illustrations in this book are snapshots taken while Tecolote's story was unfolding. In using snapshots, the author wanted to bring you as close to the action as possible and introduce you to the real Tecolote, Shambho, Rosie, and all the other horses of Rancho Vilasa. This truly is Tecolote's scrapbook--welcome to his world.
44 pages, Paperback
First published January 1, 2011
14 people want to read
About the author
Sandy Nathan
16 books128 followersSandy Nathan writes to amaze and delight, uplift and inspire, as well as thrill and occasionally terrify. She is known for creating unforgettable characters and putting them in do or die situations. She writes in genres ranging from science fiction, fantasy, and visionary fiction to juvenile nonfiction to spirituality and memoir.
"I write for people who like challenging, original work. My reader isn't satisfied by a worn-out story or predictable plot. I do my best to give my readers what they want."
Mrs. Nathan's books have won thirty
national awards, including multiple awards from oldest, largest, and most prestigious contests for independent publishers. Her books have earned rave reviews. Most have close to five-star averages on Amazon.
Sandy was born in San Francisco, California. She grew up in the hard-driving, achievement orientated corporate culture of Silicon Valley. Sandy holds Master's Degrees in Economics and Marriage, Family, and Child Counseling. She was a doctoral student at Stanford's Graduate School of Business and has been an economic analyst, businesswoman, and negotiation coach, as well as author.
Mrs. Nathan lives with her husband on their California ranch. They bred Peruvian Paso horses for almost twenty years.
TALES FROM EARTH'S END, Sandy Nathan's new SCI-FI / FANTASY / VISIONARY FICTION SERIES IS FINISHED AND AVAILABLE on AMAZON. You can get all three books without having to wait for them to be written and published! The series follows a group of people who are pushed to the literal end of the earth.
THE ANGEL & THE BROWN-EYED BOY, Book I, introduces Eliana, the exquisite dancer from another world who has come to earth on a mission to save her planet. She finds earth on the verge of nuclear meltdown. Only she and Jeremy Edgarton, a 16-year-old tech genius, can save the planet, and hopefully find each other. The Angel won the GOLD MEDAL in the 2011 IPPY (Independent Press) Awards in VISIONARY FICTION. Also won the 2011 INDIE EXCELLENCE AWARD in VISIONARY FICTION.
LADY GRACE, book II, brings the action forward a few thousand years. The radiation has finally lifted and survivors come together to begin new lives on a planet blasted back to prehistoric times. "FIVE STARS! A MODERN SCI-FI MASTERPIECE Lady Grace was first-rate science fiction and one of the most absorbing page-turners of that genre that I've read in years. Author Sandy Nathan exhibits the imagination of Ray Bradbury combined with the whimsicalness of Douglas Adams. That's high praise, but it's warranted. The story includes so much action; tense, suspenseful drama; and two charming love stories that it's irresistible." J. Chambers, Amazon Top 100 Reviewer
Lady Grace is brand new, out in print and Kindle versions.
SAM & EMILY, the third and final version of Tales from Earth's End, tells the story of Sam Baahuhd, the village headman on the Piermont Estate, and the mysterious stranger he brings to his people at the end of the world. This is an epic love story to be remembered for the ages. Not a perfect love, but a brilliant love.
Out as a print version; Kindle is following very soon.
The Angel & the Brown-eyed Boy tells the story of an angelic extraterrestrial and the boy she comes to love. It's set in a dark future world on the night before nuclear Armageddon. The Angel combines thrills, intrigue, and extraordinary characters. It is in the magical realism genre of my ...novel, NUMENON.
"A good book elicits an emotional response while being read; Nathan's book haunts the reader long after the final page is turned. In Angel & the Brown-Eyed Boy two dying worlds fight for survival, their futures dependent on a revolutionary and an angelic otherworldly dancer. It is world not that many heartbeats away from our own, making the premise chilling."
Todd A. Fonseca, award-winning author of The Time Cavern
TECOLOTE: THE LITTLE HORSE THAT COULD––A new book for children of all ages. Born prematur
"I write for people who like challenging, original work. My reader isn't satisfied by a worn-out story or predictable plot. I do my best to give my readers what they want."
Mrs. Nathan's books have won thirty
national awards, including multiple awards from oldest, largest, and most prestigious contests for independent publishers. Her books have earned rave reviews. Most have close to five-star averages on Amazon.
Sandy was born in San Francisco, California. She grew up in the hard-driving, achievement orientated corporate culture of Silicon Valley. Sandy holds Master's Degrees in Economics and Marriage, Family, and Child Counseling. She was a doctoral student at Stanford's Graduate School of Business and has been an economic analyst, businesswoman, and negotiation coach, as well as author.
Mrs. Nathan lives with her husband on their California ranch. They bred Peruvian Paso horses for almost twenty years.
TALES FROM EARTH'S END, Sandy Nathan's new SCI-FI / FANTASY / VISIONARY FICTION SERIES IS FINISHED AND AVAILABLE on AMAZON. You can get all three books without having to wait for them to be written and published! The series follows a group of people who are pushed to the literal end of the earth.
THE ANGEL & THE BROWN-EYED BOY, Book I, introduces Eliana, the exquisite dancer from another world who has come to earth on a mission to save her planet. She finds earth on the verge of nuclear meltdown. Only she and Jeremy Edgarton, a 16-year-old tech genius, can save the planet, and hopefully find each other. The Angel won the GOLD MEDAL in the 2011 IPPY (Independent Press) Awards in VISIONARY FICTION. Also won the 2011 INDIE EXCELLENCE AWARD in VISIONARY FICTION.
LADY GRACE, book II, brings the action forward a few thousand years. The radiation has finally lifted and survivors come together to begin new lives on a planet blasted back to prehistoric times. "FIVE STARS! A MODERN SCI-FI MASTERPIECE Lady Grace was first-rate science fiction and one of the most absorbing page-turners of that genre that I've read in years. Author Sandy Nathan exhibits the imagination of Ray Bradbury combined with the whimsicalness of Douglas Adams. That's high praise, but it's warranted. The story includes so much action; tense, suspenseful drama; and two charming love stories that it's irresistible." J. Chambers, Amazon Top 100 Reviewer
Lady Grace is brand new, out in print and Kindle versions.
SAM & EMILY, the third and final version of Tales from Earth's End, tells the story of Sam Baahuhd, the village headman on the Piermont Estate, and the mysterious stranger he brings to his people at the end of the world. This is an epic love story to be remembered for the ages. Not a perfect love, but a brilliant love.
Out as a print version; Kindle is following very soon.
The Angel & the Brown-eyed Boy tells the story of an angelic extraterrestrial and the boy she comes to love. It's set in a dark future world on the night before nuclear Armageddon. The Angel combines thrills, intrigue, and extraordinary characters. It is in the magical realism genre of my ...novel, NUMENON.
"A good book elicits an emotional response while being read; Nathan's book haunts the reader long after the final page is turned. In Angel & the Brown-Eyed Boy two dying worlds fight for survival, their futures dependent on a revolutionary and an angelic otherworldly dancer. It is world not that many heartbeats away from our own, making the premise chilling."
Todd A. Fonseca, award-winning author of The Time Cavern
TECOLOTE: THE LITTLE HORSE THAT COULD––A new book for children of all ages. Born prematur
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October 21, 2010
TECOLOTE: THE LITTLE HORSE THAT COULD is a kids' book illustrated with photos. It tell the story of Tecolote, a premature foal born on our ranch a few years back. Tecolote overcame about every difficulty a young horse could and emerged A TERRIFIC HORSE. He's my horse, as a matter of fact. He's the only horse on our ranch who's reliable and safe enough for me to ride. (I'm 65 and have a bad back and rebuilt right leg. Not the sort of person who's likely to ride at all! Thank you, Tecolote.) Great photos showing Tecolote and his friends as the action was happening. Hope you like this inspiring story. Here are a few more words about it:
The little horse’s chances were not good. Born prematurely on a freezing night, the buckskin colt had to fight for his life. When he was still a baby, Tecolote lost his mother. Would he be able to find a horse to help him grow up and teach him the ways of the herd? Would he ever know a friend who would love and protect him?
Be with Tecolote as he masters the challenges that young horses––and young people––face as they grow up and become all they're meant to be.
The illustrations in this book are snapshots taken while Tecolote’s story was unfolding. In using snapshots, we wanted to bring you as close to the action as possible and introduce you to the real Tecolote, Shambho, Rosie, and all the other horses of Rancho Vilasa. This truly is Tecolote's scrapbook––welcome to his world.
Tecolote: The Little Horse That Could will inspire children and adults alike. Join Sandy Nathan as she tells a true tale of a young horse growing up straight and tall, a youngster who will remind you of the child in us all.
The little horse’s chances were not good. Born prematurely on a freezing night, the buckskin colt had to fight for his life. When he was still a baby, Tecolote lost his mother. Would he be able to find a horse to help him grow up and teach him the ways of the herd? Would he ever know a friend who would love and protect him?
Be with Tecolote as he masters the challenges that young horses––and young people––face as they grow up and become all they're meant to be.
The illustrations in this book are snapshots taken while Tecolote’s story was unfolding. In using snapshots, we wanted to bring you as close to the action as possible and introduce you to the real Tecolote, Shambho, Rosie, and all the other horses of Rancho Vilasa. This truly is Tecolote's scrapbook––welcome to his world.
Tecolote: The Little Horse That Could will inspire children and adults alike. Join Sandy Nathan as she tells a true tale of a young horse growing up straight and tall, a youngster who will remind you of the child in us all.
January 11, 2011
This was a wonderful, sweet, touching little book. Tecolote came into this world early and not in the best condition. With love he was able to overcome his difficulties and grow into a beautiful horse. Reading his story was a real treat. The pictures in the book are beautiful and very expressive. He overcame many obstacles and brought so much happiness into the lives of those around him.
This is a terrific book for little ones and big ones too. It shows how animals have so much to offer us and teach us. In my opinion this is a must read for any animal lover. I have never owned a horse or even ridden one but I fell in love with Tecolote as soon as I open this book.
This is a terrific book for little ones and big ones too. It shows how animals have so much to offer us and teach us. In my opinion this is a must read for any animal lover. I have never owned a horse or even ridden one but I fell in love with Tecolote as soon as I open this book.
June 25, 2025
On the copyright page, this has been filed under:
1) Horses -- Juvenile literature
2) Paso Fino horse (Peruvian Paso horse)
3) Ranch life -- Juvenile literature.
Let's go back to Number 2. Paso Finos and Peruvian Pasos are two different breeds of horses. Now, I think this a problem with the Library of Congress categorization process instead of a mistake by the author, but it's a head-scratcher.
With the exception of the cover photo, the color photos inside were taken by the author. There is a color doodle as well, which I presume the author did, too.
This is a look at Tecolote's first year. He was born 10 days premature.
Not really a great title, since Tecolote doesn't do much of anything. The book also features some other horses on the ranch, such as Eddie, an older gelding who doesn't play well with other adult horses. The author asks:
Would a big horse like a little boy horse?
Oh, man. That did not age well.
I was stunned to see that there was an editor for this, considering the ill-chosen sentence featured above, and some glaring grammatical errors. There also was zero explanation for "here the story ends", followed immediately by a photo of an adult Tecoloto under saddle, being ridden by the author's husband. The story is just not well written, spiked with an annoying tendency to ask the reader questions.
There is some Christian messaging in here, but it's understated.
1) Horses -- Juvenile literature
2) Paso Fino horse (Peruvian Paso horse)
3) Ranch life -- Juvenile literature.
Let's go back to Number 2. Paso Finos and Peruvian Pasos are two different breeds of horses. Now, I think this a problem with the Library of Congress categorization process instead of a mistake by the author, but it's a head-scratcher.
With the exception of the cover photo, the color photos inside were taken by the author. There is a color doodle as well, which I presume the author did, too.
This is a look at Tecolote's first year. He was born 10 days premature.
Not really a great title, since Tecolote doesn't do much of anything. The book also features some other horses on the ranch, such as Eddie, an older gelding who doesn't play well with other adult horses. The author asks:
Would a big horse like a little boy horse?
Oh, man. That did not age well.
I was stunned to see that there was an editor for this, considering the ill-chosen sentence featured above, and some glaring grammatical errors. There also was zero explanation for "here the story ends", followed immediately by a photo of an adult Tecoloto under saddle, being ridden by the author's husband. The story is just not well written, spiked with an annoying tendency to ask the reader questions.
There is some Christian messaging in here, but it's understated.
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