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Oakley the Ocala Kitty: & Silver Springer
Paperback
Publisher: Independently Published
Published: Jun 26 2026
Pages: 48
Weight: 0.39
Height: 0.12 Width: 8.50 Depth: 11.00
Language: English
Discover the magic, history, and natural beauty of Marion County through the eyes of two adventurous kittens!
Join Oakley the Ocala Kitty and his best friend, Silver Springer, as they set out on an unforgettable journey across the Horse Capital of the World. Traveling by foot, trolley, horse, wagon, glass-bottom boat, and other classic forms of transportation, the curious kittens explore the places, people, and traditions that make Marion County one of Florida's most treasured destinations.
Young readers will visit many of Ocala and Marion County's most famous landmarks, including:
- Historic Downtown Ocala and the Downtown Square
- The Marion Theatre
- Fort King National Historic Landmark
- The Marion County Courthouse
- Silver Springs State Park
- The world-famous Glass-Bottom Boats
- The Silver River Museum
- The Coca-Cola Bottling Building
- The Sovereign Building
- The Historic Ocala Post Office
- Horse Farms and the World Equestrian Center
- Rainbow Springs State Park
- And many more fascinating locations!
Each destination features a beautifully illustrated story told in simple, engaging rhyme for younger readers, followed by an educational stanza introducing history, architecture, transportation, geography, wildlife, government, and the natural environment. This unique combination makes the book enjoyable for preschool and elementary children while offering additional educational value for older readers.
Filled with richly detailed illustrations, lovable characters, and fascinating local history, Oakley the Ocala Kitty and Silver Springer encourages children to become explorers of their own communities while learning about one of Florida's most remarkable regions.
Perfect for:
- Children ages 4-10
- Parents and grandparents
- Elementary classrooms
- Homeschool families
- Florida history enthusiasts
- Visitors to Ocala and Marion County
- Souvenir and gift shops
- Libraries and museums
Whether you're a lifelong Marion County resident, visiting Florida for the first time, or simply looking for a beautifully illustrated children's book celebrating community, history, nature, and adventure, Oakley and Silver Springer invite you to come along for the ride.
Come discover why Ocala is known as the Horse Capital of the World-and why the greatest treasure of Marion County isn't just its famous landmarks, but the people, history, and natural beauty that make it feel like home.
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