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Secretariat: The Incredible Story of a Champion Racehorse

Secretariat was an incredibly special horse, and many people consider him one of the greatest racehorses in all of history. He was born on a chilly spring day, March 30, 1970, in a peaceful place called The Meadow, located in Virginia. From the moment he was born, everyone could tell that there was something extraordinary about him.

As a young horse, or a foal, Secretariat was playful and full of energy. He was bigger than most foals and had a shiny, bright red coat. People started to call him "Big Red" because of his size and color. He loved to run and play in the fields of The Meadow, and it was easy to see he was faster than his friends.

When Secretariat grew up, he became a racehorse. Racehorses have a big job. They have to run as fast as they can around a big loop called a track. Lots of people come to watch them, and they all cheer for the horse they want to win. The first horse to finish the race is the winner. Secretariat was really good at being the first one to finish. He ran so fast that he often finished far ahead of all the other horses.

In the year 1973, Secretariat did something really amazing. He won what's known as the Triple Crown. This is a big, big deal in horse racing. To win the Triple Crown, a horse has to win three of the most important races in the country: the Kentucky Derby, the Preakness Stakes, and the Belmont Stakes. But Secretariat didn't just win these races. He ran each one faster than any horse had before. Even today, no horse has been able to run the Belmont Stakes as quickly as Secretariat did.

People loved to watch Secretariat race because he was so fast, but they also loved him because he was a kind and gentle horse. When he wasn't racing, he liked to spend time with his owners and the people who took care of him. He would even let children pet his soft, red coat.

Even though Secretariat is no longer with us, people still remember him and love him. Books have been written about him, and there's even a movie that tells his story. Many people think of Secretariat as more than just a racehorse. To them, he's a symbol of strength, speed, and the joy that comes from doing something you love.

Leanne Guenther

About the Artist/Author:

Hello! I'm Leanne, the creative mind behind KidZone.ws. I love nothing more than enjoying a warm cup of tea and a quiet day with a good friend. Here’s a bit more about me:

Things I Love:

Writing for Kids: My happy place is creating engaging content that sparks curiosity and joy in young minds.
Early Childhood Education: I absolutely adore those early, eager-to-learn years with kids. Their curiosity and enthusiasm are infectious!
History: Exploring the past helps me understand the present and dream about the future.

Things I Have a Love/Hate Relationship With:

Technology: I love how it connects us and makes things easier, but why does it have to change so quickly?
Trivia Nights: I'm your go-to person for fun facts, yet somehow, I always end up in second or third place. Frustrating!
Gardening: I like to think I have a green thumb, but it has a few brown speckles. My plants and I are working on it.
Animals: I adore my pets and they bring me so much joy, but oh, the chores! Why can’t they clean up after themselves?

I earned my degree back in the early '90s, and as a lifelong learner, I continue to delve into the things I love. This includes technology (though I struggle to keep up!), art, early childhood education, history, and mythology as it relates to sociology.

I know that while the educational content on KidZone.ws is largely for kids, many of you visiting the site are educators and caregivers. I’ve tried to share some interesting trivia tidbits and fun facts to make your visit enjoyable too. Happy learning!