About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is navigating the tricky social dynamics of group projects or team sports, particularly if they are frustrated by a friend who doesn't seem to share their level of competitive drive. It is a perfect tool for teaching that success is not always measured by coming in first, but by the effort we put in to support our community. In this early chapter book, Arthur and his classmates train for a school charity race to support literacy. While most of the kids are focused on speed, Fern seems disinterested in the competitive aspect. This creates a gentle tension that models how to handle differences in personality and motivation. It is an ideal choice for 6 to 9-year-olds who are transitioning to independent reading and beginning to grapple with more complex social-emotional concepts like empathy and collective goals.
