Summary
Horse Breed Roundup series of the Pilot imprint, this text provides captivating illustrations with a simple text to tell the story of the Lipizzan horse. It describes the horses, their famous moves, and their history.
Critical Annotation
This title will be very popular with horse lovers and anyone who has ever watched a Lipizzan performance. It describes how the foals are born with dark coats which turn white as they mature. Several of the special moves this breed is known for are explained. Another important part of the text explains how the horses were rescued and kept safe during World War II. The entire breed can be traced through a handful of foundation mares and stallions.
The photography captures the beauty and majesty of the breed. It shows horses running free and under ridership in the show ring. These photographs will captivate the reader.
The text is clear and to the point. It provides sufficient information for readers of this age and yet does not overburden the reader. The glossary defines unfamiliar terms and those words are highlighted in the text. The index is adequate for the text. There is a page of places to look for more information including both print resources and web site.
Series Comments
Horse Breed Roundup series included 14 breeds of horses. Each is beautifully illustrated with simple text. They give a complete picture of the breed in only 24 pages. Grades 3-6.
Recommendations
Highly recommended for elementary school libraries. Horse lovers will gobble them up.
