About This Book
Reach for this book when you want to nurture a deep sense of empathy and perspective taking in your child. This gentle retelling of the Victorian classic allows children to step into the shoes, or hooves, of another living being to understand how kindness and cruelty impact others. It is an ideal choice for a child who is beginning to notice the feelings of animals or peers and needs a framework for understanding that every creature has their own story and internal life. Throughout the journey from the peaceful English countryside to the busy streets of London, the story explores themes of resilience and loyalty while teaching that our treatment of those around us matters deeply. While it touches on the hardships of Victorian life, the Usborne edition is carefully adapted to be age appropriate for young readers, focusing on the ultimate reward of a life lived with a kind heart and the eventual peace found after difficult times.
