Listenology for Kids  

The children's guide to horse care, horse body language & behavior, groundwork, riding & training.

Enjoy this 'Listening to the Horse' inspired children’s equestrian book, packed full of body language, behavior, horse health, grooming, feeding, safety, tack, groundwork, and riding tips for the young rider. Perfect for boys & girls ages 9-14 who love horses & ponies!

This much-loved children's book is based on the philosophy of listening to the horse, being kind & practicing good horsemanship. It is written by Elaine Heney, the author of the acclaimed ‘Listenology’ book series. Discover the world of horses & good horsemanship with this ‘must read’ book for kids. As seen at the RDS Dublin Horse Show, the Irish Pony Club Festival, the Irish Riding Club Festival, Badminton Horse Trials & Burghley Horse Trials UK. 

Book contents:

• A horse's best friend, The nature of horses, Horse communication, The herd leader,Building a bond.
• Horse breeds, Horse colours.
• Buying a horse
• Horse anatomy, Equine skeleton.
• The hoof, Your horse's teeth, Age of physical maturity.
• Horse people, Where horses live.
• Horse care, Horse foo, Poisonous plants.
• Sick horses.
• Grooming your horse.
• Horse rugs, Saddles & bridles, How to fit a bridle.
• Riding bitless, How to fit a saddle.
• Taking care of your tack.
• Horse safety.
• Groundwork exercises, Walking in hand, Riding horses, Pole work exercises, Feel, balance & timing, Riding skills, Collection, Shoulder in & out.
• Good horsemanship.

Elaine Heney is the #1 best-selling author, award-winning filmmaker, director of Grey Pony Films, and creator of the 'Listening to the Horse™' documentary. She has helped over 120,000+ horse owners in 113 countries to create awesome relationships with their horses. Elaine lives in Ireland with her horses Ozzie & Matilda. Discover Elaine’s series of world-renowned online groundwork, riding & training programs at Grey Pony Films.