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Pencils and Hoof-picks

Pencils and Hoof-picks an equine assisted learning program

Pencils and Hoof-Picks is designed for children and youth to incorporate academic standards, and engage learners who are struggling to succeed.  We have integrated nationally proven EAL curriculum Cowboy Poetry and Marvelous Minis into this program along with elements of our character development program (Blazing the Trail of Character).  The result is a unique school based program that includes both academic standards and personal growth and development goals!

Skills and lessons developed during this program include:

  • Integrity and honesty
  • Respect
  • Creative thinking skills
  • Leadership and teamwork
  • Sportsmanship
  • Punctuality
  • Courage
  • and imagination

Learning standards are incorporated throughout this group including vocabulary, math skills, writing skills,and listening and speaking skills. Pencils and Hoof-pricks will be conducted by our treatment team made up of a certified equine specialist, mental health professional, and learning specialist. The team will be able to help teach and develop these skills in a safe and supportive environment which the children see as fun/play and not traditional therapy or learning interventions.


Contact us at 540-719-2171 or info@UnbridledChange.org
for details on pricing and times.  

To refer a client to a group, please fill out and fax a
Client Referral Form.

Other services you might be looking for:

Therapy that is effective and gets to the core issues and behaviors quickly and cost effectively?

Learning/Educational programming for your organization, group home or residential facility that can help with clients that are resistant to traditional therapy or interventions and be effective in a short amount of time?

Unbridled Change also offers Leadership and training for your organization or staff to help develop a healthy team and encourage creative thinking and problem solving.
What model of Equine Assisted Learning do we use:

Unbridled Change utilities the Equine Assisted Growth and Learning Association's (EAGALA) model for our EAP/EAL services. EAGALA is an international organization with thousands of members worldwide. EAGALA has the highest level of set standards and ethics. EAGALA also offer multiple levels of certification in the EAP/EAL facilitation. 

Our therapy team is made up of an EAGALA certified equine specialist, licensed mental health professional or learning specialist, and trained equines to provide quality out-patient mental health services. 

For more information about EAGALA visit http://www.eagala.org/
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