Book details
Selah's Sweet Dream (Dream Horse Adventures)
Description
Twelve-Year-Old SELAH (Say-la) aspires to be an equestrian superstar, but her grandpa wants nothing to do with horses. When Selah discovers a horse trapped in wire behind Grandpa's farm, she sees it as her only hope despite the horse being wild and the owner wanting it back after searching for two years. Selah's faith leads her to believe God will grant her heart’s desire. Memories of her grandmother, a phenomenal equestrian, fuel her dreams even more. A renowned horse trainer offers to help, but Sweet Dream’s unruly behavior and her parents' concerns threaten to derail everything. When chaos ensues at the trainer's facility, Selah’s chance to follow in her grandmother's footsteps seems lost. Faced with adversity, Selah must decide whether to confront the trainer and fight for her dreams.
Age
8-12
Text complexity
intermediate
Length
196 pages
Book in series
#2
Why to read
- Inspires Perseverance: 'Selah's Sweet Dream' showcases the journey of a young girl's determination and hard work to achieve her dream, which can inspire readers to pursue their own goals with similar tenacity.
- Promotes Animal Bonding: The story beautifully illustrates the bond between Selah and her horse, Sweet Dream, encouraging a love and respect for animals and highlighting the rewards of caring for and training them.
- Teaches Valuable Life Lessons: Through the challenges Selah faces, the book imparts important lessons about responsibility, overcoming obstacles, and the value of friendship and family support in achieving one's dreams.
- Engaging for Young Readers: With its captivating storyline, relatable characters, and equestrian themes, 'Selah's Sweet Dream' is an engaging read for children and young adults who are passionate about horses or enjoy adventure and coming-of-age tales.