Rationale
Children with behavioral disorders often need to adapt themselves to the general learning methods at school. For some, this is very difficult and they need a different way of studying in order to succeed. Attending the riding therapy farm at Kibbutz Magal one school day a week, together with their teachers, helps them study arithmetic, science and life skills through their work with horses, dogs, and other animals.
Target Audience
5th and 6th graders with behavioral disorders from the Katzir School Northern Sharon area, 10th and 11th graders with behavioral disorders from The Shafririm school, near Hadera
Objectives
Tools for success in a positive and personalized learning environment
Leadership and teamwork development
Duration
One morning a week, throughout the school year
Results
The activity highly contributes to the self-confidence of children, to independence, motivation, and patience
Contributes greatly to the ability to cope with challenges, social and educational abilities, connection to animals, and general improvement in behavior
The project gives great added value to the children
Location
Kibbutz Magal. Hadera and surroundings
