Measuring Horses Printable

Illustrated by award-winning equestrian artist Susan DiFelice, this resource teaches kids how hands are used to measure horse height, where to measure, and how to convert hands into inches and feet.

Inside, children will learn:
• why we use hands as a measurement
• how to measure at the withers
• how height converts from hands to inches
• pony height categories
• the difference between horses and ponies

This printable includes:
• illustrated measuring guide explaining hands and inches
• how and where to measure, with withers explanation and step-by-step method
• pony size chart + pony/horse height comparison
• pony vs horse height identification activity and math worksheet
• full conversion table: hands to inches to feet

Designed for:
• lesson barns
• homeschool equestrian units
• pony camps
• stable classrooms
• riding instructors
• horse-crazy kids

This printable makes learning horse height fun, visual, and engaging—and helps kids feel more confident around real horses.

Print at home, bring to the barn, or use in lessons!