Enjoy this Listening to the Horse inspired childrens 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 ampamp girls ages 914 who love horses ampamp ponies This much loved childrens book is based on the philosophy of listening to the horse being kind ampamp practicing good horsemanship. It is written by Elaine Heney the author of the acclaimed Listenology book series. Discover the world of horses ampamp good horsemanship with this must read book for kids.Book contentsA horses best friendThe nature of horsesHorse communicationThe herd leaderBuilding a bondHorse breedsHorse coloursBuying a horseHorse anatomyEquine skeletonThe hoofYour horses teethAge of physical maturityHorse peopleWhere horses liveHorse careHorse foodPoisonous plantsSick horsesGrooming your horseHorse rugsSaddles ampamp bridlesHow to fit a bridleRiding bitlessHow to fit a saddleTaking care of your tackHorse safetyGroundwork exercisesWalking in handRiding horsesPolework exercisesFeel balance ampamp timingRiding skillsCollectionShoulder in ampamp outGood horsemanshipElaine Heney is the 1 bestselling author awardwinning filmmaker director of Grey Pony Films and creator of the Listening to the Horse documentary. She has helped over 120000 horse owners in 113 countries to create awesome relationships with their horses. Elaine lives in Ireland with her horses Ozzie ampamp Matilda. Discover Elaines series of world renowned online groundwork riding ampamp training programs at Grey Pony Films.