Horse Power - Level 21-22

Horse Power is an informative non-fiction text that introduces readers to the physical traits, communication methods, and working roles of horses. With labelled diagrams, fact boxes, and a glossary, this engaging book takes children through various aspects of horse anatomy, history, and use-from cowboys and racehorses to therapy animals and riding lessons. Readers can compare past and present roles of horses and explore the differences between wild and tame animals. With a focus on compound words like workhorse, cowgirl, and horseshoe, this book also offers vocabulary development in context. Children are encouraged to think critically about the value of animals and their contributions to human life.

Educational Benefits

• Enhances understanding of animals and their roles in society.
• Supports vocabulary development, especially compound words.
• Teaches comparison and classification skills.
• Promotes research and information-gathering techniques.

Classroom Ideas

• Make a horse diagram and label parts of the horse using student-generated terms.
• Write a diary entry from the perspective of a working horse.
• Compare horses to other animals in terms of usefulness and communication.
• Create a classroom display about the evolution of horse jobs.

Safety & Information

• Suitable for ages: 7-9
• Book size: 200mm x 210mm
• Text type: Non-fiction
• Safety: No small or removable parts; suitable for classroom use