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Description
In this Russian folk tale, Ivan, the youngest of three brothers, is the only one willing to fulfill his father's final request and is rewarded with a magical silver bridle. When the king challenges all the young men in his kingdom to win the hand of his daughter by capturing a wild horse, Ivan uses the bridle to summon Starlight Grey from the Russian plains. With the help of this magical horse, Ivan transforms from a humble dreamer into a brave knight.
Quick Summary
A young man named Ivan needs magic help to win a princess's heart in this Russian fairy tale adventure. Kids will cheer for clever Starlight Grey as he uses wit and wonder to solve impossible challenges. If your kid likes The Prince Warriors and the Unseen Invasionss in Black or Nate the Great, they'll love this quick, satisfying story. Perfect for kindergarten through third graders who enjoy short chapter books with heart and humor.