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CM . . . . Volume XXIII Number 29 . . . . April 7, 2017
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Steve is no ordinary horse; at least, that is how he views himself. If he could only find a ribbon for his mane, then he could strut around proudly, his superiority on display. One day, Steve finds something even better than a ribbon, a golden horn. Carefully, he places it on his head where it proceeds to slip and slide in a series of comical moments. Steve's friends get in on the trend, too. But when Steve loses his horn, he is forced to accept his plain and natural appearance, concluding that everyone is special in her or his own way. A Horse Named Steve is a high speed, tightly woven read that will appeal to preschoolers and young elementary school children. Older kids will understand and appreciate the great sense of humour and fun quips throughout (as will parents). The illustrations are simple, with three main tones (black, white, and tan), drawn with an angular style that complements the great sense of action and adventure described in the text. The children's picture book market has a glut of books on the uniqueness of each child, but A Horse Named Steve proves to be a fresh and witty take. Highly Recommended. Roxy Garstad is the Collections Librarian at MacEwan University in Edmonton, AB. Copyright © the Manitoba Library Association. Reproduction for personal use is permitted only if this copyright notice is maintained. Any other reproduction is prohibited without permission.
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