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The Riding Lesson

Jennifer K Mann

Frances loves horses and arrives at her first riding lesson with carrots, a bike helmet, rain boots, and high expectations. The barn’s smells, Snowball’s size, and the work of grooming and preparing a horse surprise her. She struggles to mount, and Snowball steps on her foot, leaving Frances unsure she wants to continue. Her friend Mae patiently invites her to ride with her around the orchard. Frances relaxes, tries again, and rides Snowball by herself.

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Themes
Animals · Courage · Friendship · Resilience · Sports
Format
Paperback
Publisher
Walker Books Ltd
Published
July 3, 2025
Pages
56
ISBN-13
9781529528817
Language
English
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