This project offers activities in horsemanship, horse development and training. Youth may only submit one book per year for judging under the horse project category. Horse science, horse sense is the only book you will ever need if you have any interest in horses. In addition, science and technology programming includes both school and after school activities such as lessons found in the nys 4 h science technology engineering and math toolkit and national 4 h veterinary science curriculum. Welcome to the 4 h equine program where the horse project provides a vehicle for your children to gain life skills to become a productive citizen. Horse science this is a poster project can get information on the internet you dont need a book. Naturally, i wanted to capitalize on this interest in our homeschool. Word pdf horse project resources 2019 4 h judges list. Get the scientific understanding of horses necessary for success in equine care and management with equine science, 4th edition. The program will allow you to develop horsemanship skills. Equine science book it is finally here many of you already know that jeannie grif. Livestock judging 4 h source book animal science learning labs ohio state university 616.
Whether you own a horse, ride at a boarding stable or are enrolled in an equinestudies program, this is the reference guide for you or your equineobsessed youth. Based on the new 4 h year, members must be 5 years old as of september 1st to enroll in 4 h. Awards and recognition curriculum and resources events projects quiz bowls record books. Youth will be provided with experience to help develop leadership, citizenship, selfesteem, social, and horsemanship skills. For complete descriptions of ohio 4 h projects and the publications that support them, please refer to the latest family guide or to ohio 4 h project central, an interactive web site that includes sample pages, ratings, and comments. Equine science 4 kids is a free interactive wesbite with games and information on equine science from rutgers university. Whether you own a horse, are contemplating buying a horse, or just want to read about horses, you cant go wrong with this book. The utah 4 h horse program is designed for youth with an interest in horses and horse events.
Nonetheless, equitation science is a necessary book for anyone concerned with horse welfare in any capacity. Horse and equine science fair projects and experiments. With these options, you can learn about horses, compete in all activities. A 4h horse project animal may be a horse, pony, mule, or donkey, which you may ride, drive, or train. Visit the 4h horse show website for more information. For more information, please contact the weber county 4. Set includes one copy each of horse science and horses and horsemanship.
To be eligible for horse or livestock projects, members must be 8 years old as of september 1st. Equine science missouri department of elementary and. Many of the above items are also available on the 4 h horse program website. Cool books for grades 4 6 these books are awesome reads for grades 4 6. Horseless horse project members are eligible to partici. Word pdf horse vaccinations and disease information maine 4 h horse vaccination statement vaccination information eastern equine encephalitis faqs other forms animal approval form for 4 h animal shows. Free equine science unit study resources homeschool. Pennsylvania 4 h horse program 4 h, horses and youth a winning combination pennsylvania 4 h horse program endowment for the future. Stallions over 12 months of age are not allowed as a 4h project. Two of our most popular and timetested guides that include scientific and practical horse information. Click for a hub of extension resources related to the current covid19 situation.
Equine science, 4th edition uses a logical, easytofollow outline to make both learning and lesson planning simple, while addressing essential topics like care and feeding, training, development and reproduction, illness, inheritance, and the history of horses. Horse videos and books free for check out from the 4h resource library. Eastern states exposition 2020 intent to participate. Horse ui extension 4h youth development university of. If you dont have a horse, you may belong to a 4 h horse science club or join as a horseless member. Set includes one copy each of horse science and horses and horsema.
A book that is not just for reading but a book about learning one that is written in easy to read format with a lot of information in a limited amount of. Ultimate homeschool list for horse lovers not consumed. Horse program volunteers join the md 4h horse volunteers program. It is only later in the book, when the authors get more technical, that it can become difficult for the layperson to fully understand. The extension agent will sign and date this form upon receipt and retain the.
List title and author and write a brief book report. Basic knowledge for horse people of all ages griffiths author. The 4h horse project osu extension catalog oregon state. These two books have the most basic horse knowledge i have ever seen and is very. We have used this book several times to research questions and look up information. The 4 h horse program is part of the animal science project. The coronet is a stripe of white hair just above the coronet band. Judging manual from bookstore tamu equine science youth workshops. Richly illustrated in full color, the book uses a logical, easytofollow outline to make learning simple, while addressing essential topics like care and feeding, training, development and reproduction, illness, inheritance, the history of horses. Learn equine science with free interactive flashcards.
You will also learn skills through educational activities such as horse judging, horse bowls, hippology, speech and demonstration contests. Activities include showing, riding, educational contests, leadership opportunities, career exploration and judging. The helpers guide will assist you in getting everyone involved at group meetings using any of the 17 featured group activities. All about horses lapbook is great for young elementary students. The 4 h horse program continues to enjoy a strong industry support while developing strong leadership skills in participating youth. Youth explore veterinary and animal science by engaging in horse projects that develop life skills. Youth who may or may not have a horse or pony of their own but want to. Promotionalmarketing and fund raising publications. The 4 h mission in nys is to connect youth to handson learning opportunities that help them grow into competent.
In depth scientific examination of horses that covers horse behavior, anatomy, reproduction, feed nutrients. It contains the same titles as the first set of horse books, but with new content and improved ease of use. The 4 h horse project can be an exciting and worthwhile experience for both you and your horse. Equine science provides in one book all the essential scientific knowledge students require describing the structure and function of the various body systems and clearly explaining the scientific rationale behind modern horse husbandry practices, this book has been written specifically for students on national and higher diploma courses and equine studies degree programmes, advanced. Home science, engineering, and technology animal science publications. Learn about horse breeds, caring for and managing a horse safely, horsemanship and horse related businesses. Lapbooks are a fun and easy project and this one will. This is a revised 2015 edition of the traditional 4 h horse curriculum.
The horseless horse projects are available for all 4h youth. The florida 4 h state website offers some of these books and other educational books for online purchase. These books contain all the information from the old horse books, as well as. If you dont have a horse, you may belong to a 4h horse science club or join as. Pastern is from the coronet to just below the fetlock. My daughter is on the 4 h horse bowl team, and she has aspirations to become a veterinarian.
We work with families and children, farmers and businessowners, community leaders and elected officials to build better lives, better businesses and better communities to make ohio great. Equine professionals and horse enthusiasts alike will turn to the book s helpful glossary and appendix for definitions of important terms, useful. The fetlock is white from the coronet to the top of the fetlock joint. If you do well at the county fair, you might qualify for the state horse show. All record and project books linked here are pdf format and can be printed on your home printer. To be a 4 h horse club member, you must first enroll in 4 h in. You can exhibit a horse related project at the minnesota state fair. David stang, the author, draws on his extensive background in science. These are the books that my middle school daughter has really enjoyed using while learning about horses. Model horse show rules and class list 8 pages, updated 1219 model horse show entry form 1 page, updated 1218 wisconsin 4 h horse leader conference. This set of horse curriculum has been recently revised 2015 and contains 5 books focused on specific topic areas and 1 facilitator guide.
H stem challenge national youth science day is now the 4 h stem challenge. Bursting with helpful features, equine science, 4th edition piques interest with detailed photos and graphs, as well as informational sidebars, website references, and endof chapter activities. The 4 h year will now run from september 1st august 31st. Rutgers njaes cooperative extension date published. Nys 4h youth development program department of animal. Here is the ultimate homeschool list for horse lovers. No matter what type of animal you have, or even if. Horse curriculum provides an interactive, handson curriculum for youth to explore raising and showing horses while developing life skills. The authors horse, g, and mule, bud, figure prominently in the book. See the horse program rule book for details and what a judge is looking for. Book 1 is fit for a beginner of any age, and the topics get more in depth as you progress. Behavior and nature functional anatomy and action unsoundness and blemishes age deformation inheritance. Definitely worth checking out if youre into elementaryage literature or if youve got a child in need of an awesome read.
We connect with people in all stages of life, from young children to older adults. Appropriate for youth in grades 312 depending on skill and experience. With the addition of new content to the series, youth will be able to develop life skills while exploring horse science. In veterinary science, youth explore animal science and caretaking as they set goals, identify resources, and practice presentations. Horse and pony rule book 2014 addendum effective for 2014 maryland state fair. Horse science news has information on horse behavior, horse care, racing, riding, training and more. It is a wonderful resource for those who have little ones who may have the horse bug. Welcome to the first book in an exciting series designed to help you learn all about veterinary sciences. Choose from 500 different sets of equine science flashcards on quizlet.