Books About Wild Ponies

The Best Wild Ponies Books for Kids

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Looking for excellent children's books about wild ponies? This collection brings together Bookroo's highest-rated and most useful picks in one place.

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Misty of Chincoteague
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Chapter Book · Ages 7–12 · 1947

Misty of Chincoteague

By Marguerite Henry, Wesley Dennis (Illustrator) · Book #1 in the Misty series

A wild mare eludes capture until two children change everything on Pony Penning Day.

Newbery Honor (1948)
176 pages· 23,429 words· Est. 3.5 hour read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 48,206 ratings
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Summary: On Chincoteague Island, a wild mare named Phantom captivates two children who are determined to capture her. As Pony Penning Day approaches, their lives intertwine with the elusive horse in unexpected ways. While Phantom remains untamed, her colt Misty offers a different story, one of loyalty and gentleness. Will the children find what they seek, or will the wild spirit of the island change them forever? Discover the mystery and magic of a bond between humans and horses in this timeless tale.
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