Unite for Literacy
Unite for Literacy: Create and Play: Riding Ripley
Learn what is involved in riding and taking care of a horse. Includes audio narration in English and Turkish with text in English.
Unite for Literacy
Unite for Literacy: Animals and People: Saddle Up!
Listen to and read a book about saddling and caring for a horse.
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National Reining Horse Association
Information regarding the sport of reining horses world wide.
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Horse Breeds: All About Horses
An overview of horse care, health, riding and much more can be accessed here. This comprehensive site also provides breed specific photographs and information.
Edutopia
Edutopia: The Kentucky Derby, Springboard to Lessons in American Culture
The Kentucky Derby offers many opportunities for teaching students about American culture and history. Numerous ideas are suggested here for engaging students in this American tradition. (Date of article: 4/30/10)
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American Paint Horse Association: Fun Zone
Games, puzzles, coloring sheets, activities, and facts about paint horses, and about horseback riding and showing.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Centers for Disease Control: Body and Mind: Activity Cards
Learn about sports and activities you can participate in to get in shape and have fun. Click on the name of a specific sport and read an "Activity card," with information on sports gear, safety, and more.
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New Rider: Bits
This site talks about the many different bits available, each designed to have a different amount and type of control on the horse.
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New Rider: Safety Around Horses
Targeted to beginning riders, this site explains proper behavior around horses, giving a few practical tips.
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New Rider: Safety Items
This site talks about ways to reduce the risk of injury while horseback riding by wearing the proper equipment.
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Bridles
This site discusses the function of the bridle, as well as purposes for several different types of bridles. There are also some helpful questions and answers.