Blackjack: Dreaming of a Morgan Horse (Morgan Horse Series, Book 1)($10.95Value)

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Mrs. Feld has a true gift in capturing the imagination and engaging the reader. It is not always easy to find a set of books that will be read willingly by preteens! Kudos to Mrs. Feld on her delightful Morgan Horse Series. - Jenefer Igarashi, Senior Editor, The Old Schoolhouse Magazine Heather Richardson loves horses more than anything—and she can't stop dreaming about a magnificent black Morgan horse she has never seen before. So when she discovers that the horse from her dreams is real, Heather can hardly believe her luck. The horse's name is Blackjack, and from the moment they meet, a special friendship begins. With the guidance of Blackjack's kind owner, Heather learns to ride, care for her horse, and compete in horse shows. As her confidence grows, so does the bond between girl and horse. But just when everything seems perfect, unexpected events separate Heather from the horse she loves. Determined not to give up, Heather embarks on a journey filled with courage, perseverance, and hope as she tries to reunite with Blackjack before it is too late. Filled with memorable characters, exciting horse-show adventures, and the timeless connection between a girl and her horse, Blackjack is a heartwarming story about friendship, determination, and following your dreams. Perfect for young horse lovers, this unforgettable first book in the Morgan Horse series will leave readers eager to discover what happens next. Winner of the national book award, "Children's Choices" co-sponsored by the International Reading Association and The Children's Book Council! An Accelerated Reader Book The inspiration for the Breyer Animal Creations Blackjack model horse. Sold with a copy of the award-winning book. These books are packed with information about the care and training of horses. The reader will experience the thrill of competition in the ring as Heather and Blackjack participate in shows and the feeling of flight as she and Rusty jump the fences. The stories are well constructed with exciting plots and interesting characters. The strongest characters are the horses that exhibit their personalities as they face life's challenges. Anyone who loves horses will love this series. --Catholic Library Journal A wonderful story about the special bond between a girl and her horse. There is something in this book for everyone who likes horses. --Brian Sosby, Editor, Equestrian Magazine Feld takes the reader through a whirlwind of emotions as Heather manages to save her beloved horse. Her accurate and detailed descriptions of basic horsemanship and stable management make the Morgan Horse Series books not only fun adventure stories, but educational as well. --Susan Dudasik, Just Horses Award-winning author Ellen Feld began writing about horses more than 20 years ago. At first she wrote for small, regional magazines, but within a few short years, her work began to appear regularly in large, national publications. In 2001, while waiting for her next assignment, Ms. Feld wrote a short story about a Morgan. That tale became the first chapter of Blackjack: Dreaming of a Morgan Horse. The book went on to win a coveted Children's Choices award (as did the second book in the series, Frosty), an honor bestowed jointly by the International Reading Association and the Children's Book Council. The book was also picked up by Breyer Animal Creations to be sold with a model of the star of the story, Blackjack. To date, Ms. Feld has authored fifteen horse books, including seven in the Morgan Horse series and three in the best-selling Donkey-Donk series. She lives in Massachusetts with her husband, two children, twelve horses, and assorted other pets.