
Anatomy
Educational
Resources

Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12
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Beginner/Intermediate
Online Learning, Website
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Equine Riding Hippology
Various
Interscholastic Equestrian Association
IEA offers multiple resources for online learning and beginning to ride. Online Hippology course access is $35/youth member. Lesson barn listings available on website as well as introductory program to showing horses.
Hippology Course $$ / Other resources Free

Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12, Collegiate or older
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Hands-on Learning Activities
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All Levels
Website
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N/A
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Hands-on Learning Activities
equine health, veterinary, horse care
UC Davis Center for Equine Health
UC Davis Center for Equine Health
Variety of up-to-date equine health resources for owners, riders and trainers
Free

All ages
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All Levels
Online Learning/Online Course, Video, Website
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Video, Education, Free
USEF Learning Center
US Equestrian
US Equestrian’s Learning Center offers a vast library of videos featuring top athletes, trainers, and industry experts.
Free

Grades 9-12, Collegiate or older
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All Levels
Online Learning/Online Course
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skeletal system, disorders
Canter Curriculum: Skeletal System and Disorders Module
University of Connecticut
An introductory course on the equine skeletal system and related disorders.
$$

Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12
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Audience
Hands-on Learning Activities
Skill Level
Intermediate/Advanced
Educational Kit or Game
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N/A
Keywords
Hands-on Learning Activities
harness racing activities
HHYF Activity Box
Harness Horse Youth Foundation
box is full of 44 different fun fact sheets, word puzzles, games and more most of which have a harness racing theme
$$

Collegiate or older
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N/A
Skill Level
Advanced
Publication, book, textbook, magazine - Digital Material
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research lameness veterinary
HoofSearch: Equine Foot and Lameness Research Report
Hoofcare Publishing
A monthly interactive report links subscribers to new peer-reviewed articles, academic theses, patents, and conference proceedings from around the world related to equine lameness and hoofcare. Retrievable from smartphones, tablets, and computers, the interactive document covers 15 topics, including hoof science, anatomy, biomechanics, diagnostics, laminitis, rehabilitation, and breed/sport injuries.
$$$/year (12 issues)

All ages
Type of
Resource
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Audience
Hands-on Learning Activities
Skill Level
All Levels
Website
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Hands-on Learning Activities
Volunteer, therapeutic riding, horsemanship
Equine Assisted Services
Endeavor Therapeutic Horsemanship, Inc
Host a variety of orientations and trainings for interested volunteers and community members. Offer equine assisted services (mounted and ground) to children and adults with disabilities, at risk youth, and veterans. Offer mentoring for Path Intl Instructors in Training.
Free

Grades 9-12
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N/A
Skill Level
Intermediate, Advanced
Website
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Leadership, Development, Youth
Equine Ambassador Program
Texas 4-H
The Texas 4-H Equine Ambassador Program strives to provide high school aged 4-H members the opportunity to develop and practice advanced leadership skills related to mentoring other youth, and to become advocates for the equine industry.
$$$$

Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12
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Target
Audience
Lesson Plans, Hands-on Learning Instructions
Skill Level
All Levels
Online Learning/Online Course
Additional Resources
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N/A
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Lesson Plans, Hands-on Learning Instructions
Online, curriculum, certificate
AQHLearn
American Quarter Horse Association
AQHLearn: Education Beyond the Barn. A comprehensive online learning platform with horse studies courses for beginners to advanced, quizzes and certificates with free access for AQHA and AQHYA members!
Free

All ages
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All Levels
Digital publication
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eBooks, downloads, charts
AQHA eBooks
American Quarter Horse Association
Explore the free ebooks available from AQHA and download one today to start learning more about your favorite subject the Horse. Charts, coloring sheets, booklets and articles are free for download.
Free

Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12
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Audience
Lesson Plans, Hands-on Learning Instructions
Skill Level
Beginner/Intermediate
Printed publication
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N/A
Keywords
Lesson Plans, Hands-on Learning Instructions
activities, curriculum, series
Junior Master Horseman
American Quarter Horse Association
Junior Master Horseman is a book series that uses activities to teach kids all about horses! These books are a perfect supplement for 4-H horse and pony clubs as well as classroom and rainy day craft sessions for any horse-crazy kid.
$

Grades K-5, Grades 6-8
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Resource
Target
Audience
N/A
Skill Level
Beginner/Intermediate
Digital Course
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Homeschool, horsemanship, morganhorse
Homeschooling Curriculum: A Journey through learning
American Morgan Horse Association
This is a binder-folder tailored specifically to the horsemanship program. It also counts as a 4-H credit.
$

Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12
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N/A
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All Levels
Downloadable online
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Morgan Horse, Merit program, AMHA Youth
AMHA Youth Merit program
American Morgan Horse Association
A 6 successive level program designed help you become a better horse person, increase your knowledge of the Morgan horse all while receiving recognition of your accomplishments
Free

All ages
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All Levels
Purchasable online
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Horseparts, Flashcards, Morganhorse
Flashcards-Parts of the Horse
American Morgan Horse association
Flashcards to test your knowledge on horse parts. You can also use them to play fun educational games
$

Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12, Collegiate or older
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All levels
Online learning/online courses
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Training, Health
USDF Virtual Events
United States Dressage Federation
USDF Virtual Events provide members with the opportunity to expand their knowledge beyond the ring. USDF Education credits are awarded for completion.
Free (for USDF members)

Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12, Collegiate or older
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Target
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All levels
Podcast
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Training, Dressage, podcast
Dressage Radio Show
United States Dressage Federation
The world’s premier and longest running podcast about the elegant world of dressage and the official podcast of USDF. Hosted by two Grand Prix riders the Dressage Radio Show is a training based show laced with exciting interviews, book reviews and news from the world of dressage.
Free

All Ages
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N/A
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All Levels
Publication (print & digital)
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Paint Horse Journal, PHJ
Paint Horse Journal
American Paint Horse Association
The Paint Horse Journal is APHA’s quarterly flagship publication that takes you to the heart of the Paint Horse industry. We celebrate APHA members and their horses, while striving to help you enjoy meaningful experiences with your Paint.
$-$$

All ages
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All Levels
Website/App
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horseIQ, interactive learning
horseIQ.com
American Paint Horse Association
horseIQ is an interactive equine learning platform that brings you quality content by collaborating with equine associations, organizations, and institutions. Our courses are designed to help exhibitors, professionals, judges, and competitive horse judgers reach their goals at the barn and in the show pen!
Free-$$$

All Ages
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All Levels
Brochures
Additional Resources
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APHA, Paint Horse
Equine Outreach Materials
American Paint Horse Association
Looking to share APHA literature at your next event? Print as many as you need for FREE! Do you need physical giveaway items like APHA pens? APHA provides giveaway items upon request for distribution at club-sponsored events or area trade shows and equestrian fairs. All you pay is shipping! Simply fill out this online form.
Free-$

All ages
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All Levels
Digital publication
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Horsemanship, Stable, Management
HQC Study Guide
United States Hunter Jumper Association
Free

All ages
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N/A
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All levels
Digital publication
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Equine, Hunter Jumper
USHJA Resources
United States Hunter Jumper Association
Free

Collegiate or older
Type of
Resource
Target
Audience
Lesson Plans/Hands-on Learning Instructions
Skill Level
Advanced
Online learning
Additional Resources
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N/A
Keywords
Lesson Plans/Hands-on Learning Instructions
Trainer, Coach, Instructor
Instructor Credential
United States Hunter Jumper Association
$$
