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The Painted Ponies

By Alison Lester
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In The Painted Ponies by Alison Lester, a young girl named Matilda spends her holidays at her grandmother's country property, where she discovers a mysterious old carousel with beautiful, lifelike ponies. Each pony has its own story, and as Matilda learns about their magical adventures, she is transported into a world of imagination and wonder. This enchanting children's book combines the charm of the countryside with the magic of storytelling.
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You might enjoy this delightful children's book if you love magical tales filled with whimsy and adventure. It offers a charming exploration of imagination and creativity that promises to captivate young readers and transport them into a world of wonder. If you're fond of beautifully illustrated stories that inspire and entertain, this one could be a perfect choice for you.

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The Painted Ponies

A little girl whose family runs a travelling show falls in love with some wild ponies...but what will she do when she realises they long to be set free?

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Matilda loves staying at Grandma Lucky's, riding Luna in the front paddock and playing with the painted ponies in their carved wooden wagon.

The gold palomino, the chestnut, the bay,
the pinto, the brown and the dappley grey.

One day, Lucky tells Matilda about when she was a little girl and the real ponies were her friends...

A big, beautiful story about friendship and freedom, from Australia's favourite picture book creator, Alison Lester.

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The Painted Ponies by Alison Lester is a delightful children's book celebrated for its poetic text and evocative refrain. Reviewers praise its stunning illustrations, which vividly capture the Australian landscape and the vibrancy of a travelling show. The book is noted for its warmth, offering a comforting family atmosphere alongside a visually rich storytelling experience.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781741758894

Publisher: A&U Children's

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 05 November 2019

Country: Australia

Imprint: A&U Children

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 280.0mm

Height: 215.0mm

Weight: 385g

Pages: 32

Collections

Alison Lester Children's Books Children's Picture Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational

About the Author

Alison Lester grew up on a farm by the sea, and first rode a horse as a baby in her father's arms. Her picture books mix imaginary worlds with everyday life, encouraging children to believe in themselves and celebrate the differences that make them special. Alison is involved in many community art projects and spends part of every year travelling to remote Indigenous communities, using her books to help children and adults write and draw about their own lives.

In 2012, Alison became Australia's first Children's Book Laureate, a position she shared with Boori Monty Pryor. In 2016, she was awarded the Dromkeen Medal for her outstanding achievement in the creation of Australian children's and young adult literature, and in 2018 she became the first children's book creator to win the Melbourne Prize for Literature, for her outstanding contribution to Australian literature and cultural and intellectual life. In 2019, Alison was awarded an Australia Post Legends Award and featured on a stamp, as well as being the recipient of a Member of the Order of Australia (AM) in the 2019 Australia Day Honours List.

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