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In this illustrated tale, a grandfather shares memories with his blind grandson about the boy’s birth, his first horse, and a thrilling horse race. The story celebrates family bonds, Native American heritage, and the joys of learning and imagination.
First publish date: 2005
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Bill Martin Jr.
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