There are plenty of horses and horse-crazy girls—and a few too many cats! The difference is the atmosphere! Wholesome and horsey, the Sonrise Stable series is unique among modern children’s fiction.
Although set in modern times, the ten-book series has an old-fashioned feel. The main characters get along with their siblings and respect their parents and other adults. They’re eager to learn about God and share their faith. While the children are respectful and obedient, they’re not perfect. There’s plenty of adventure, humor, and opportunities for lessons to be learned.
These two spiral bound activity books allow readers to interact with the Sonrise Stable series. Full of activities and additional horsey information, use them as part of a homeschool curriculum or just for fun! The Companion Guides include a variety of horse activities and additional materials - paper horse models to assemble, stickers, greeting cards, and more! The first Guide covers books 1 to 5, the second covers books 6 to 10.
Horses, one of God’s most magnificent creations, offer many insights into the nature of our Creator as well as our relationship to Him. This full-color, Christian devotional features a variety of stories, drawn from my experiences with our horses and Sassy, a lovable but cantankerous mule. Other famous, and not-so-famous, horses help illustrate scriptural principles.
Enjoy the three-book Horsestory series that highlights the diverse roles horses played over the years. When available, the stories of specific horses are featured. The Horsestory books are very visual with many historical photos. They're an enjoyable read on their own for those who love horses or history. They may also be used as part of a homeschool curriculum, making history fun for children! (Volume III coming Fall 2025.)
Horseography USA also features unique horses and equine events, such as the 100-mile Tevis Cup endurance ride, chuckwagon racing, and the Indian Relay. Horses across the country help students learn the US states and capitals! Workbook and optional deck of fifty cards.
Currently there are two horse video courses, covering fictional horse books. Misty of Chincoteague is a popular book by Marguerite Henry. The course not only covers the book, but includes additional information about the modern day pony penning event and the Chincoteague pony breed. The second course covers the classic novel, Black Beauty, including the full text and audio version of the book. both courses include print and online quizzes. The courses are delivered on my Homeschool Spark website.
I'm very picky when it comes to horse books, particularly when it comes to horse books for kids. Check out my horse book reviews. But, I do have some I feel comfortable selling. You'll find a few of my favorites, both fiction and non-fiction in the online bookstore. There are also an assortment of horse coloring, horse activity, and learn to draw horses books.
On the Sonrise Stable Horse Blog, you'll find articles about horses on a variety of topics, including Horse Book Reviews, Horse Movie Reviews, Horses in General, a variety of Horse Pictures—Scripture, Cute, and Funny, and much more.
There are horse freebies—coloring pages, Rosie and Scamper ebook, Scamper paper model to construct, and more.
Here's a page of horse jokes, some of them pretty lame—no pun intended.
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Horses, homeschoolers, and God - some of my favorite things, not necessarily in that order of course!
I was fanatically crazy about horses from a very young age. My love for God came later. I can't explain the fascination I had for horses from as far back as I can remember. I think God planted it in me.
I longed for a horse so badly it was almost a physical pain. I read every horse book in our small town's library. The horse books were grouped together, and I made a beeline for that shelf on each visit. I remember dreams in which I had my own horse - and the disappointment of waking up to find it had been only a dream.
In God's timing, I was able to have horses of my own. They have brought me much pleasure, and God has used them to teach me things that extend far beyond the world of horses.
My goal in the Sonrise Stable series is not only to teach children about horses, but also to help them draw closer to God. Although the target audience is children eight to thirteen, many adult women have enjoyed the books as well.
-Vicki Watson
