Students use the internet to examine the different types of horse breeds, and how to properly groom and feed a horse. They participate in online games and color pages.

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1st - 6th

Students discuss the importance of the horse as a "beast of burden" animal in Japanese culture and create a legend, myth or tall tale set in Japan with a horse as the central character.

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5th - 9th

Students engage in a variety of activities related to the theme of a rodeo. Background information is provided for the teacher. The lesson covers all the elementary grade levels. They create posters and stick horses while simulating rodeo activities.

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Kindergarten - 5th

Students research basic information about horses, horse care and horse therapy effects on humans. They identify what horses need to be healthy and research needed supplies and funds. Students work in groups to prepare an educational video and brochure about the use of horse therapy for humans.

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12th - Higher Ed

Students read a book entitled, "My Horse." They predict what may happen in the story. Students examine methods for decoding unfamiliar words. They answer questions about the story. Cross-curricular activities are provided.

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1st - 2nd