Horse on the Loose - Children's Literature by Leslie McDonald: Gallop Into Summer Reading, Free Summer Reading Program for Kids

 

Award-Winning Author & Equestrian, Leslie McDonald
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FREE Gallop Into Summer Reading Program

Free Summer Reading Program for Kids

Kicking off June 1, 2025 Sign up today for your kids to participate in the Free 2025 Gallop into Summer Reading Program! We are just weeks from kicking off the 2025 program and are welcoming new authors and some great new books! It's Easy! 1. Register your child's participation on the website and download the Summer Reading Trail Map or get one from a participating author - join any time between June 1 and Sept 1, 2025. 2. Have your child read and complete activities on the Summer Reading Trail Map! Can't download one? Don't worry, create your own! 3. Submit completed reading logs by Sept 1, 2025 to be entered into a random drawing for prizes from participating authors. Sign Up Now

Looking for great books? Check out our online bookstore connecting you and your kids to the horse books they are looking for! Above is just a sample of what's available. Buy book links will take you to the author’s website to purchase books directly or to another online bookstore. Find Books

Meet our authors Our authors make this program possible. Our authors specialize in books from illustrated children's books, middle-grade novels, young adult, fiction, non-fiction, and STEM. Meet the Authors

Join us on Facebook Meet participating authors, get great horse book recommendations, connect with other parents, get summer reading activities, and more. Follow the conversation

Why summer reading?

Summer reading is an important bridge between school years! Over the summer months, kids can lose valuable skills and knowledge. Studies show participating in a summer reading program increases reading skills, motivation, confidence, and enjoyment.