The Reading Rein
The Reading Rein™ is a fun and inspiring reading challenge for young horse lovers nationwide! Whether you're a beginner reader or a seasoned bookworm, this program lets you explore any horse-themed book, share your thoughts, and celebrate your success with special prizes from Texas Equine™.
Readers!
Download the worksheet here!
Teachers!
Downloadable information specifically for teachers!
3. ​Answer six simple questions:
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Who are the characters in the story?
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What happened in the story?
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When does it take place?
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Where does the story take place?
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Why did the characters do what they did?
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How did it end or how did it make you feel?​
2. Read your book. At your own pace, in your own space.
You can read alone, with a parent, or even to your horse! There is no deadline. The program is 365 days a year! Just have fun reading a book!
How it works:
1. Choose any book with horses or a horse in the story.
Fiction, nonfiction, graphic novels, chapter books, or picture books—it’s your choice! It just needs to be about horses in some way.
5. Submit your COMPLETED worksheet and drawing.
1. Email it to: info@texaseeh.comInclude email subject line: The Reading Rein
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2. Mail the form to us to Texas Equine, ATTN: The Reading Rein, 4097 FM 903, Farmersville, TX. 75442.
Either way: Include your mailing address in the email, so we can send your celebration award!
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*Teachers: Please add your name, school name & school address. Sticky notes are perfectly fine, and the student's award package will be sent directly to you to present to the student! Please see the detailed teacher info pack above for teachers by the blue arrow.
4. Draw your favorite scene or moment from the book.
Use crayons, markers, or digital art—whatever sparks your creativity.
6. Celebrate your success!
Every participant will receive:​
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A personalized certificate
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An award ribbon from Texas Equine
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A surprise gift just for horse-loving readers!
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Readers with one completed entry per month will receive a B.I.G. prize at the end of a 12 consecutive-month period.
Which book will you read next?
Check out a book from the Texas Equine Library!
You can now shop for books online through our library catalog and check out books directly from us—perfect for our riders and local community members on the go! Let us know which book you want to check out, and we will have your book waiting for you at your next lesson!
