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Horse Curriculum 

These horse manuals provide an interactive curriculum for youth that is hands on and grounded solidly in subject matter. With the addition of new content to the series, youth will be able to develop life skills while exploring horse science.


Book 1:
Giddy Up & Go

  

Focuses on the introductory basics and familiarizes youth with horses. Activities include horse body shop, designing the perfect horse, paper dolls, human cues and group relay knot.

Grades 3-4

 


Book 4:
Riding the Range

  Beginning riding skills and everything youth ned to know before they get on a horse for the first time are covered in this book. Activities are round pen workout, bridle in a bucket, saddle up, where do you ride, and basic riding.

Grades 10-12


Book 2:
Head, Heart & Hooves

Youth learn about horse behavior, detailed anatomy and basic care practices for horses. Activites are pony up to the salad bar, body condition scoring, bad hair day, and long in the tooth.

Grades 5-6

 


Book 5: 
Jumping to New Heights

  The ins and outs of showing your horse are covered in this book. Activities include quarter system, showmanship, self-rating sheets, goal selection, when whinning isn't everything.

Grades 10-12


Book 3:
Stable Relationships

Keeping horses healthy and teaching basic care to youth are the heart of this activity guide.

Grades 7-9

 

Helper's Guide

  Interactive group activities help leaders make knowledge come to life for youth. Special tips for leaders to help youth acquire life skills. There is added attention to safety and subject matter throughout the series.

For adult and teen leaders

National 4-H Curriculum 

National 4-H Curriculum focuses on 4-H's three primary mission mandates:

Science, Engineering & Technology
Healthy Living
Citizenship

Youth activity guides are filled with fun, engaging experiences that cultivate abilities youth need for everyday living as they progressively gain knowledge about subjects that interest them. The National 4-H Reviewed and Recommended Seal signifies excellence in providing hands-on learning experiences for youth. State 4-H programs within the Cooperative Extension System, National 4-H Headquarters at USDA, and National 4-H Council provide leadership for the development of National 4-H Curriculum.  This partnership provides the knowledge, resources and management necessary to develop and market quality youth curriculum.

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HORSE CURRICULUM