The Kid’s Guide To Horsemanship and Grooming
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- FTC-PEP · 2026-27
- Rule pack
- step-up-ftc-pep-2026-27 · v1.0.1
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- Official category rule
- Source freshness
- Review due · Low
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Product description
<em>The Kid’s Guide to Horsemanship and Grooming</em> is the ultimate beginner’s handbook for horse-crazy kids ages 8–12. Written by world-class professional grooms Cat Hill and Emma Ford, this beautifully illustrated guide teaches children how to safely and confidently care for horses—on the ground, in the barn, and at the show.<br><br>Physical Book<br><br><em>The Kid’s Guide to Horsemanship and Grooming</em> is a kid-friendly, photo-packed introduction to safe and proper horse care—perfect for homeschool families raising riders, animal lovers, or future equestrians.<br><br>More than just a “how to ride” manual, this engaging guide focuses on what matters most: teaching kids how to handle and care for horses with confidence, kindness, and responsibility. From the first halter to the final tack clean-up, world-class professional grooms Cat Hill and Emma Ford share real-world experience gathered from years working with Olympic-level riders and top barns.<br><br>With over 700 color photos and easy numbered steps, kids will master horse-care essentials while building valuable life skills like patience, observation, and empathy.<br><br><strong>What Kids Will Learn</strong><br><li>Catching, leading, and handling horses safely</li><li>Daily grooming routines and horse behavior basics</li><li>Tacking up and caring for equipment</li><li>Feeding, watering, and stall chores</li><li>Post-ride care, including cooling out and cleaning tack</li><li>Bathing, clipping, and braiding for shows</li><li>Packing for lessons and competitions</li><li>Stable management, teamwork, and safety tips</li></ul><br><br>This book makes horsemanship approachable and fun, blending education with the excitement of real barn life. Whether your child dreams of their first pony or simply wants to learn more about these gentle giants, <em>The Kid’s Guide to Horsemanship and Grooming</em> is the perfect way to bring equine care into your homeschool curriculum.
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- Catalog
- FESUA_DailySkillBuilding
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- Search
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- Unknown
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- Publisher
- Step Up For Students
- Applies to
- FTC-PEP · 2026-27
- Effective dates
- Jul 1, 2026 — Jun 30, 2027
- Source last modified
- Jul 14, 2026
- Reviewed by Navigator
- Jul 23, 2026
- Review due
- Aug 14, 2026
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