Books & Resources
Books and Resources for Equine Professionals, Programs, and Families
These resources were created from years of hands-on experience in equine programming, nonprofit leadership, instruction, fundraising, and program development. They are designed to be practical, affordable, and easy to use.
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Equine Activity Books
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A practical workbook with step-by-step mounted lesson plans, creative warm-ups, games and arena activities, adaptable teaching techniques, Special Olympics practice ideas, and guidance for developing and strengthening a riding program.
Written for: Instructors, volunteers, and program leaders who serve riders of all abilities
Grant Writing and Nonprofit Guides
How small nonprofits become funder-ready and get funded — for equine-assisted services and therapeutic riding programs.
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Faith-Based Equine Resources
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A practical, faith-centered guide with ready-to-use mounted and unmounted lessons that use the natural connection between horses and people to explore trust, courage, patience, communication, forgiveness, and perseverance.
Written for: Equine-assisted learning programs, therapeutic and adaptive riding centers, church ministries, instructors, and facilitators
Coloring and Activity Books
Color, learn, explore, and have fun with horses — activities, puzzles, and games covering horse care, breeds and colors, tack and equipment, and riding disciplines.
Written for: Horse lovers ages 6–13
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