Objective

By the end of this lesson, you will learn about different horse breeds, their characteristics, and how to take care of them.

Materials and Prep

Materials: Paper, coloring pencils, internet access

Prep: None

Activities

1. Draw your favorite horse breed and color it in.

2. Research different horse breeds online and write down three interesting facts about each one.

3. Create a pretend stable for your toy horses and practice feeding and grooming them.

Talking Points

• Horses come in many different breeds and sizes. They can be big like Clydesdales or small like Shetland ponies.
• Each horse breed has unique characteristics. For example, Arabian horses are known for their endurance and intelligence.
• Horses need proper care like food, water, shelter, and grooming to stay healthy and happy.
• It's important to be gentle and patient when interacting with horses. They are sensitive animals.
• Did you know that horses can sleep both lying down and standing up? They're amazing creatures!