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School Library Journal
Reviewed on February 1, 2009
K-Gr 3 The mere bones of the Chincoteague ponies' story is related in brief rhymes. The text touches only slightly on their arrival on the island; without the concluding author's note, readers will be bewildered. Zahares's glowing oil pastels extend and explain through images what Ransom only hints at. Full spreads presen...Log In or Sign Up to Read More
Horn Book Guide
Reviewed on January 1, 2009
In concise couplets, Ransom recounts the legend of Chincoteague ponies ("Big ship wrecks. / Stormy sea. / Cargo horses / Swimming free") and ...Log In or Sign Up to Read More