Did you know? One study found that 82% of students in sixth grade who had failed an English class could not graduate from high school. (Source: Renaissance) Our program strives to increase your child’s reading comprehension and develop creative writing skills. We accomplish this by introducing your child to the unique vocabulary associated with horses.
Does your child love everything about horses? Are they completely horse crazy? If so, we have a program that will introduce them to fun facts about horses. Your child will learn about the different horse breeds, their various colorings, and preferred habits. Your child will also participate in a variety of horse activities for kids.
Making their child’s transition to school easier is every parent’s priority. Your child may feel excited about going back to school. However, there may also be anxiety about new teachers, a different environment, or even a curriculum they perceive as too difficult. Our "Back to School" program partners with a horse to become a “living”
Whether you are just curious or absolutely positive your want to make a positive impact on the lives of children, please join us for our Volunteer Orientation. You will learn the ins and outs of our programs as well as get to experience it first hand. All new volunteers are required to attend only one
Reading Round Up Book Club (Literacy Circle) Maximum: six (6) youth in grades 4-6 to participate in our Pilot Program - Reading Round Up Book Club (Literacy Circle). When: Five (5) consecutive Tuesdays beginning September 8 & ending October 5. Time: 10:00 to 11:15 AM Book: "The Adventures at the Short & Sweet Ranch" by
Does your child have a case of the "grumpies?" Our equine-assisted activities will help your child learn to reset those negative emotions. Your child will travel down the "Troublesome Trial" while partnered with a horse as they discover how to turn the "grumpies" into a spirit of generous gratitude. September 13-14-15 (Three consecutive evenings. Monday,
Is there tension in your home when your child's homework comes out? Perhaps you're concerned about your child falling behind. Our four-legged teachers specialize in renewing your child's excitement for reading & math and bringing calm to the chaos. Topics will include verbs, geometry, & and creating a Barn Quilt. September 20-21-22 (Three consecutive evenings.
Learning how to measure shouldn't cause anxiety. Take on a new perspective while measuring from the barn! Your child will use tools to measure a horse's height & calculate its weight. We will also learn how to measure distance, area, & perimeter as participants create an obstacle course on the final day. September 27-28-29 (Three
New adventure for Parent and Child Looking for a fun fall activity with your child? Then look no further. "Heard it from the Herd" engages both parent and child in unique games while interacting with horses. Activities will include: traveling through an obstacle course that you & your child design, an egg relay, creative writing,
Join us for soup luncheon on Thursday, December 2 between 11:00 AM and 1:00 PM. We encourage you to drop by for a bowl of chili soup and cinnamon roll and a chance to meet our horses, volunteers and staff. You have the opportunity to donate to LyonHeart Equine Assisted Learning during the 24-hour Give
This program goes beyond reading and answering standard “comprehension" and “vocabulary" questions. This unique Book Club is centered around “Literature Circle" concepts while engaging with a horse, of course. Your child will discuss "The Smallest Horse" in depth. Discussion will evolve around events and characters in the book, the author's craft, or personal experiences related
Are you looking for a unique adventure for your child involving horses? Equine Escape Rooms are the answer. Your child will love our newest program! Your child will be a valuable member of an undercover pirate team. Together, they will have a limited amount of time to solve tricky puzzles in order to rescue the