Antonia and the Big Competition: The Rosenburg Riding Stables, Volume 2 - volume 2 (First English-language edition.)

Antonias greatest love is riding horses. So its no surprise that her dream is to become a successful show jumper.

But when her riding instructor presents an opportunity for Antonia to realize her dream by entering her for a big show-jumping competition, Antonias courage seems to fail her.

After all, not only is Antonia the youngest entrant in the competition, but Elfin Dance, the wild gelding she rides, sometimes has a mind of his own.

To make matters worse, AlinaAntonias antagonist who never misses an opportunity to best heris entering the competition, too.

Does Antonia even stand a chance?A story of perseverance told by Elisabeth Zller and Brigitte Kolloch, featuring the colorful illustrations of Betina Gotzen-Beek, Antonia and the Big Competition encourages girls to overcome their fears and obstacles in this second book in an exciting new horse series for young readers aged 7 to 10.

Readers will learn how to follow their dreams and problem solve by following Antonia's example.

The confident and level-headed Antonia is a great role model for young girls and parents will want to continue buying books in this new series as their children strive to be more empowered and a good leader.