DLTK's Crafts for Kids
Horse Crafts and Activities for Kids
On this page, you'll find a plethora of horse crafts and activities that are perfect for kids of all ages, starting from preschoolers and going all the way up to grade school students. These activities range from coloring pages and worksheets to a variety of craft projects that are sure to keep little hands busy and minds engaged.
Horse Coloring Pages
Horse Coloring Pages
Fun coloring pages of horses, something for all ages.
Horse Crafts for Kids
Letter H Horse Paper Craft
Create a horse while learning the letter H. Great for preschoolers and up.
Horse Heart Paper Craft
Make a heart-themed horse craft, fun for preschoolers and older children.
Horse Paper Bag Puppet
Turn a paper bag into a playful horse puppet.
Horse Paper Plate Craft
Create a horse using a paper plate.
Horse Shapes Craft
Learn shapes while making a horse craft. Great for preschoolers.
Horse Toilet Paper Roll Craft
Make a horse from a toilet paper roll.
Horse Toilet Paper Roll Craft
Another fun toilet paper roll horse craft.
Silhouette or Stained Glass Horse Paper Craft
Create a decorative horse silhouette or stained glass design. Best for grade school and up.
Trojan Horse Paper Craft
Recreate the famous wooden Trojan Horse from Greek history. Fun and educational.
Horse Puzzles and Worksheets
Horse Online Jigsaw Puzzles
Challenge yourself with horse-themed jigsaw puzzles.
Horse Worksheets for Kids
Over half a dozen printable horse themed worksheets with activities for a range of ages and skills.
Other Horse Links:
- Artie Knapp's story, Sprinting Spencer Still Wants to Run
- KidZone.ws: Horse Activities, Facts and Photos
- Poem: Evaleen Stein's The Runaway
Horse Biographies:
Five Fun Facts about Horses:
- Horses have a great memory: Studies have shown that horses possess an exceptional memory. They can remember specific people, places, and experiences for many years. This memory plays a crucial role in the bond between humans and horses.
- Horses have a wide field of vision: Due to the position of their eyes on the sides of their head, horses have a near 360-degree field of vision. This characteristic helps them spot predators from almost any direction, a trait vital for their survival in the wild.
- Horses use facial expressions to communicate: Much like humans, horses use a variety of facial expressions to communicate with each other. They express their mood and intentions through movements of their ears, nostrils, and eyes.
- Horses can sleep both standing up and lying down: Horses have a unique ability to lock their leg joints in a way that allows them to doze off while standing up. However, for a deep sleep, they do need to lie down.
- A horse's teeth can give away its age: One interesting way to estimate a horse's age is by looking at its teeth. The wear and growth patterns of a horse's teeth can provide a pretty accurate estimate of its age, especially in younger horses. However, this method becomes less accurate as the horse ages.
These are just a few of the fascinating facts about horses. They are incredible creatures with a rich history of interaction with humans, and there's always more to learn about them!