Jack and his best friend Billie are excited to participate in a holiday program that includes horseback riding. Jack has never ridden a horse before and feels a mix of excitement and nervousness.
However, his high expectations are challenged when he is paired with Betty, a gentle but very slow pony, while Billie is assigned a more spirited horse. Jack struggles to feel like a "real" cowboy while riding the slowest animal. The story takes a turn when Billie falls from her horse and becomes frightened; Jack steps up bravely to help her ride back on Betty, proving he is a true cowboy through his kindness and courage.
Key Theme:
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Emotional Literacy: Part of a series designed to help children navigate everyday emotions like worry, fear, and disappointment.
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Overcoming Fear: Focuses on Jack's journey to acknowledge his fears and make the best of a situation that didn't go as planned.
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Reader-Friendly Design: Features "word art" (emphasized bold words) and illustrations by Stephanie Spartels on almost every page to keep young readers engaged.
Age - 5+
Grade - KG+
Author - Sally Rippin
Format - Paperback
Pages - 44
Dimensions - 19.08 x 12.08 x 0.5 cm
