We made sure none of our children had allergies and then converted the house center into a barn, complete with straw. We also borrowed a saddle from a local stable and put it on two wooden carpentry horses. We added a stick horse to the front and the children had a great time riding. The kids had a great time milking her. At home, burn the edges and maybe a circle out of the corner.
Children can add stickers or twine, etc.
Cut several horse shoe shapes from sturdy cardboard. Allow children to trace around the shape on heavy paper and cut out. Children can cut the star out and peel off the backing to stick on their badge. It will be folded in half, but not creased. Add a brown strip for the part that attaches to the horse.