Fact Sheet 4

Movement, Motion, and Adaptions of Thoroughbred Horses

YEAR 4-6

Resource Overview

Year 4-6
Comprehension Activity
10 minutes
Year 4-6
Forces and surfaces read and view activity
10 - 15 minutes
Year 4 - 6
Friction investigation activity
40 - 60 minutes

This fact sheet introduces students to the physiological, structural and behavioural adaptations of thoroughbred horses. Students explore how horses’ bodies are suited to movement through various gaits (e.g. walking, trotting, cantering and galloping) and learn about the adaptations that help Australian thoroughbreds to race. Through a hands-on science investigation, students have the opportunity to explore friction and forces, relating this understanding to the impacts of different racetrack surfaces on thoroughbred performance.

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