About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is navigating the complicated emotions of competing against a close friend for the first time. It is a perfect choice for the young reader who is struggling with the sting of comparison or the guilt that sometimes follows winning when a friend loses. Through the lens of a local horse show, the story explores the realistic tension between Lily and her best friend Mandy as they vie for the same ribbons. The narrative gently validates the physical ache of jealousy and the anxiety of performance. For parents, it offers a springboard to discuss how to celebrate a friend's success without diminishing one's own worth. It is a highly relatable, grounded story for early elementary students learning that friendship and competition can coexist, though it requires effort and honesty.
