Horse Care, Riding & Training for Kids age 6 to 11 - A kids guide to horse riding, equestrian training, care, safety, grooming, breeds, horse ownership, groundwork & horsemanship for girls & boys

*** Winner of the Best Young Adult Training Book Award at the EQUUS Film & Arts Festival, USA 2023



Enjoy this 'Listening to the Horse' inspired children's equestrian book, packed full of body language, behavior, horse health, grooming, feeding, safety, tack, groundwork and riding tips for the young rider. Perfect for boys & girls ages 6-11 who love horses & ponies!



This much loved children's book is based on the philosophy of listening to the horse, being kind & practicing good horsemanship. It is written by Elaine Heney, the author of the acclaimed 'Listenology' book series. And to make it totally unputdownable, this book is also packed full of horse themed activities including mazes, word scrambles, crosswords & horse themed puzzles. So much fun for kids! Discover the world of horses with this 'must read' book for kids.



Book contents:



What you need to know about horse behaviourThe horse handwriting challengeHorse body language explainedHow to bond with your horseThe horse bonding quizCommon horse breedsFind 5 common horse breedsExploring the horse disciplinesAmazing horse colorsThe horse colours word scrambleIntroduction to horse anatomyParts of the horse's body challengeThe equine skeletonDiscover your horse's teethYour horse's feet explainedHorse care quizWhat every horse needsEquine feeding & environmentCommon illnesses in horsesHelping the sick horseSick horse word scrambleHelp the vet mazeGrooming your horseParts of the saddle & bridleBridles & haltersFind the lost saddle puzzleThe magic of horse mathImportant horse safety tipsHorse safety quizHorse rider clothingAdvantages of the mounting blockHorse training basics for successStarting groundwork with your horseHorse riding & listening to the horseUnderstanding walk, trot & canterHorse words scrambleWhat not to do with your horseGreat horsemanshipPony savings tracker

Elaine Heney is the #1 best-selling author, award-winning film-maker, director of Grey Pony Films, and creator of the 'Listening to the Horse™' documentary. She has helped over 120,000+ horse owners in 113 countries to create awesome relationships with their horses.

Elaine lives in Ireland with her horses Ozzie & Matilda. Discover Elaine's series of world renowned online groundwork, riding & training programs at Grey Pony Films.