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Riding Magic

by Kelly Starling Lyons Publisher: NANCY PAULSEN BOOKS

A first ride, built on trust

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AlbakiReads Editorial

A first ride, built on trust

Dom’s worry about horses gives the story a clear focus: the small steps that can make an intimidating new experience feel possible. Time spent with Magic—especially brushing her favorite horse—helps Dom grow more comfortable before she gets in the saddle. The family’s reassurance and the growing bond between child and horse frame her first ride as a personal milestone, with confidence arriving at her own pace.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

  • Children ages 4–8 encountering a new activity or feeling nervous about trying one.
  • Young horse lovers, especially those interested in the bond between a child and a horse.
  • Families seeking a picture book about confidence and taking first steps toward a challenge.

Themes

Facing fearBuilding confidenceHuman-animal connectionFamily encouragement

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Book overview

The empowering story of a little girl overcoming a big fear with the help of her family and a horse named Magic

Dom wishes she were brave enough to ride a horse--if only horses weren't so huge and intimidating! Momma says it's normal to have the jitters at first, but Dom isn't sure she'll ever feel ready. She spends time with Magic, her favorite horse, and he seems to understand her worries, and even lets her brush him. This gives Dom the boost she needs, and sure enough, when she finally does get in the saddle, she's thrilled to discover the frightened ba-bum, ba-bum of her heart transforming into a happy beat in rhythm with Magic's steady clip-clop, clip-clop.

Lyrical text and stunning light-filled paintings beautifully capture the touching bond between Dom and Magic as Dom gains the confidence to ride, reassuring readers that everyone tries new things at their own pace.
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