In the kingdom of Equestria, its three species of ponies-earth ponies, pegasi, and unicorns-live harmoniously. My Little Pony: Pony Life, a spin-off comedy series, premiered on Discovery Family in November 2020. A feature-length film adaptation based on the television series, My Little Pony: The Movie, was released in October 2017 in the United States. A spin-off franchise ( My Little Pony: Equestria Girls) was launched in 2013, and ran alongside the series for six years. The series gave Hasbro new merchandising opportunities. Despite its target demographic of young girls, the series attracted an unexpectedly large following of older viewers, mainly adult men, who call themselves ' bronies'. However, due to hectic production schedules and a lack of creative control, she left the series during its second season.įriendship Is Magic became one of the highest-rated productions in The Hub's history. Faust created deeper characters and adventurous settings, seeking a show resembling how she had played with her toys and incorporating fantasy elements. Hasbro selected animator Lauren Faust as creative director and executive producer. They travel on adventures and help others around Equestria, solving problems with their friendships.Īnimated in Flash, the series aired on Discovery Family (formerly The Hub) from October 10, 2010, to October 12, 2019.

Germain), Fluttershy ( Andrea Libman), Rainbow Dash (Ball), Pinkie Pie (Libman), and her dragon assistant Spike ( Cathy Weseluck). The series follows a studious unicorn (later an alicorn) pony named Twilight Sparkle ( Tara Strong) and her friends, Applejack ( Ashleigh Ball), Rarity ( Tabitha St. My Little Pony: Friendship Is Magic is an animated children's television series based on the fourth incarnation of Hasbro's My Little Pony franchise. My Little Pony: Make Your Mark (2022-present).VERDICT The message that one need not be perfect to be loved is an excellent one to share during Valentine’s Day story hours. Readers whose skills do not yet meet their expectations will resonate with Sparkle’s experience. 'The watercolor-and-ink cartoon illustrations delightfully depict brown-skinned Lucy, with her spiraling black curls, and her goatlike companion. A sweet and funny Valentine’s Day read.' - Kirkus Reviews

The story’s message of self-acceptance is perfectly suited for young readers whose creative visions don’t yet match their abilities. 'The book’s text is charming and understatedly witty, and the illustrations are both humorous and sweet.

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