About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is feeling the first sparks of independence or needs a boost in confidence while tackling the challenge of learning to read. It is perfect for those 'big kid' moments when a child wants to master a new skill but requires a story that feels high-energy and exciting rather than academic. Axel is a monster truck who heads to the speed track to compete, zooming past others to reach the finish line. The story focuses on the thrill of the race and the satisfaction of a job well done. With bold illustrations and a very limited, rhythmic vocabulary, it is designed for the earliest emerging readers (ages 4 to 6). Parents will appreciate how the simple, declarative sentences allow children to 'read' the action themselves, reinforcing a sense of pride and self-identity as a capable student. It is a pure-octane confidence builder for little ones who love anything with four wheels.
