brave old blue: a horse rescue story

Unsure and a little afraid, an old horse arrives at a rescue farm, hoping to find his forever home. After traveling down a winding road, a pickup truck pulling a trailer stops at a farm. When the trailer opens, an old horse steps out. Old Blue, alone, unsure, and trying hard to be brave, has arrived at a horse rescue farm. But what will happen here?

As it turns out, there is a warm greeting waiting for Old Blue. Friendly pats, fresh carrots, soft voices, and tender hands welcome the old horse. And there is a young girl, Bobby, who is eager to show Old Blue around. With the big blue sky high above rolling green hills and horses galloping through the pastures, Old Blue takes it all in. It’s not easy letting down one’s guard, though, as past fears and disappointments are never far from the old horse’s thoughts. Will Bobby be able to comfort, soothe, and assure Old Blue that he has found his forever home?

• Reading age: 5 – 8 years
• Grade level: Kindergarten – 3
• Lexile measure: 510L
• Print length: 32 pages
• Language: English
• Dimensions: 10.2 x 0.7 x 10.2 inches
• Publisher: Sleeping Bear Press
• Publication date: April 1, 2025

100% of the profits from your purchase are donated to help the girls, women, and horses at the Bridle Up Hope charity! 🐴 💕