This galloping and playful picture book by Sophie Blackall whinnies with childish delight (and a dash of absurdity). A biracial (brown skin/white) child narrates how they would spend their day, if they were a horse. They would gallop all day and go wherever they wanted. They could give their sister a ride to school and roll in the mud if it was raining. No baths or clothes necessary! Blackall’s distinctive illustration style, including watercolor, pencil, fabric, and wallpaper collage, effectively portray the dream life of a horse/child within the supportive space of a loving family and cozy home. Clever endpaper illustrations complete this ode to a child’s imagination. (Ages 4-8)

INSTANT NATIONAL BESTSELLER!​ ★ "Charming and whimsical visual surprises are found throughout the impeccably designed pages...An exquisite equine fantasy, this encourages imaginations to giddyup and run wild and free."--Booklist, starred review
A gift for any child with an unbridled imagination, this bestseller from award-winning creator Sophie Blackall captures the astonishing spectacle of life as a horse. And with a cover adorned with glitter, this romp really sparkles!

If you were a horse, what would you do? Could you fit in your clothes? Would you give your little sister a ride? Would your brother even notice?

Gallop along with two-time Caldecott Medalist Sophie Blackall through this riotous day in the life of a child who imagines their life as a horse. What ensues are uproarious, resonant episodes that feature a giant horse in familiar settings offering both a visual feast, a grand dose of joy, and a celebration of the real power of imagination to help us navigate the world.