Prizewinning Animals

Most people probably don't go to the fair just for the chickens. But for many, the whole point of the fair is to show their chickens and try to win the competition. For these readers, this book will be a valuable guide. Age-appropriate text and eye-catching photographs show readers what they can expect on the day of their event and how they can prepare for it beforehand. Additionally, they'll learn key lessons about caring for and raising their chickens.

Cows are some of the most well-known farm animals. They're also popular show animals. Readers of this informative guide are introduced to the basics of showing cows at the fair. Accessible text not only teaches readers what their experience at a cow show might be like, but also helps them learn how best to raise and care for their cow at home or on the farm. Colorful photographs keep readers engaged, while concise fact boxes add further detail.

Horseback riding is a favorite pastime for many people. But for some horse enthusiasts, the fun is all in showing their horse at their local fair. With the help of this engaging volume, readers learn the basics about showing horses-from how to care for their horse at home to what will happen on show day. Eye-catching photographs and age-appropriate text encourage readers of many ages and levels to take the step to enter their horse in the show.

Pigs are some of the most well known and loved farm animals. For young agriculture enthusiasts, showing pigs at the fair may be just the hobby they're looking for. This engaging volume covers many of the basics one needs to know before their first pig show-from how to groom and care for your animal to how to pick the right pig. Colorful photographs hold the attention of even reluctant readers, while accessible text encourages young animal lovers to follow their dreams into the showring.

There are a lot of things young people can do at the fair-from going on rides and playing games to competing in animal shows. If it's the animal shows one is after, they may want to try showing sheep. This age-appropriate guide takes young animal enthusiasts through the basic steps of showing their sheep at the fair. Accessible text helps readers learn how to care for and train their sheep and encourages them to be good sports and make friends at the fair.

Rabbits are extremely popular as pets, but most people probably don't think of these furry friends when they think of going the fair. For many people, however, showing their rabbit is the best part of the fair! With the help of this informative guide, readers will learn how to care for, train, and show their rabbit at the fair. Eye-catching photographs correlate closely with accessible text, reinforcing key concepts and encouraging readers to follow their aspirations of showing their animal.