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Description
Cowboy Ned tells his horse Andy that it is his birthday. Andy goes in search of the perfect birthday present for Ned. During his journey, Andy meets a cricket, an owl, and makes a new friend, ultimately discovering that friendship itself is the best gift. The story is set in a desert environment and is targeted at lower elementary students (grades K-3).
Quick Summary
On a moonlit desert cattle drive, a loyal horse named Andy embarks on a hilarious quest to find his cowboy Ned the perfect birthday cake, proving that friendship and determination can turn any ordinary night into an unforgettable adventure. Kids will giggle at the image of a horse wandering through the desert searching for cake while the cattle drive continues around him, all wrapped up in Stein's signature warm illustrations and gentle humor that make this birthday story feel like a western bedtime classic. If your kid loves "Interrupting Chicken" or other David Ezra Stein books with sweet animal friendships and big hearts, they'll absolutely adore this cowboy tale. This AR 3.6 reader is a perfect pick for kids ages 5 to 7 in kindergarten through second grade who are ready for short chapter books or advanced picture books with longer stories.