Riding Lessons: Taking the Reins

This charming chapter book follows Ellen, a lively and sometimes mischievous young girl whose greatest joy is horseback riding. However, her riding lessons are contingent on her good behavior, a challenge she often faces, especially with a new baby sibling on the horizon. The story gently explores themes of responsibility, self-control, and adapting to family changes, all set against the backdrop of the stables. It's perfect for early to late elementary readers who love animals and stories about growing up.

Ellen is a spirited - and occasionally misbehaving - young horseback-riding student. Ellen is only allowed to go to riding lessons when she behaves at school and at home. Ellen has a knack for speaking out of turn in class, and with a new sibling on the way, she can't resist taking advantage of her parents' distraction...