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4-6Marguerite Henry's Ponies of Chincoteague series.
Competitive Haley is super-prepared for her first recognized eventing competition on Wings, her Chincoteague pony. But on the big day, she falls off and is disqualified. Will Haley be able to redeem herself at the next show? Authentic horse-related details give this earnest self-actualization story polish, while Haley's online community, the "Pony Post," helps her gain perspective on her competitive nature. Glos.