Books About Wild Ponies

The Best Wild Ponies Books for Kids

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

Start with our editorial favorites, then browse recommendations organized by reading stage to find the right book for your reader.

The Shortlist

Our 2 Favorite Books About Wild Ponies

Misty of Chincoteague
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$759
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.

176 pages· 23,429 words· Est. 3.5 hour read
4.1 Goodreads · 48,398 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.
Misty's Twilight
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$759
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1992

Misty's Twilight

A pony with legendary lineage aims for greatness in the competitive horse world.

144 pages· 20,823 words· Est. 3 hour read
3.8 Goodreads · 3,195 ratings
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Summary: In Florida, a determined woman raises Twilight, a fiery descendant of the legendary Misty of Chincoteague. With greatness in her blood, Twilight faces the challenge of becoming a champion show horse. Can this spirited pony, with wild ancestors, rise to the top in cutting, jumping, or dressage? As Twilight steps into the arena, the stakes are high, and the competition fierce. Will she fulfill her destiny and outshine the best horses in the world? Discover the journey of a pony with a legacy to uphold and a future to conquer.