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The Horses of Oak Valley Ranch Books in Order | Wonderlit

The Horses of Oak Valley Ranch

3 books · Ages 8–14 · Chapter Books

The Horses of Oak Valley Ranch is a 3-book series for ages 8–14 by Jane Smiley.

Where to Start

The Georges and the Jewels

Start at the beginning: The Georges and the Jewels

This is a sequential series — each book builds on the last. Start with book 1.

Reading Order

The Georges and the Jewels

The Georges and the Jewels2009

A Good Horse

A Good Horse2010

Pie in the Sky

Pie in the Sky2012

What This Series Covers

Resilience & Perseverance Horses Farming & Gardening History Sports Growing Up

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