{"product_id":"the-secret-magic-of-horse-girls","title":"The Secret Magic of Horse Girls","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eActress and equestrian Beth Behrs and her mother, longtime educator Maureen Behrs, celebrate the joyful spirit of horse girls in this uplifting picture book.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eDo you want to be a horse girl? Guess what—you don't have to have a horse or even be a girl. Anyone can be a horse girl. You only have to promise to be exactly who you are.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHorse girls are more than girls who love horses . . .\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThey are tough and tender leaders who slosh through mud and dance with falling leaves. They recognize the beauty in being different and know when to say, “No, thank you,” even if their voices tremble and their legs wobble. Most of all, horse girls pay attention and listen with their hearts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBeth Behrs, cohost of the \u003ci\u003eHorse Person\u003c\/i\u003e podcast, and her mother, longtime educator Maureen Behrs, invite readers into a magical world where friendship takes many forms and courage grows one brave step at a time. With warm artwork and energetic text, \u003ci\u003eThe Secret Magic of Horse Girls\u003c\/i\u003e pays tribute to the empathy and sense of belonging found at the barn.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA CELEBRATION OF HORSE-LOVING KIDS: This affirming story captures the special bond between children and horses—and the joy, responsibility, and community enjoyed by horse girls everywhere.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEMPOWERING THEMES: Young readers discover that strength can mean trying again after a setback, offering patient care to another living being, or having the confidence to be fully themselves with the help of very big friends.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAN INCLUSIVE VIEW OF THE EQUESTRIAN WORLD: Children, horses, and riding disciplines of many kinds reflect the wide-ranging experiences and traditions that bring horse lovers together.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDRAWN FROM A LIFELONG LOVE OF HORSES: Beth Behrs brings firsthand experience and genuine affection to this celebration of horse girl life and the healing power of horses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCOWRITTEN BY AN EXPERIENCED EDUCATOR: Retired first-grade teacher Maureen Behrs contributes a deep understanding of young readers and the messages that help them thrive.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA SPECIAL GIFT FOR HORSE LOVERS: A wonderful choice for riders, pony enthusiasts, equestrian families, and children learning to embrace their uniqueness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Chronicle Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45029665570909,"sku":"9781797242439","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.chroniclebooks.com\/products\/the-secret-magic-of-horse-girls","provider":"Chronicle Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}