by José Carlos Román (Author) Julio Antonio Blasco (Illustrator)
Snail doesn't want to take part in the Great Big Animal Race this year. After all, he knows he'll just come last as he always does. But will this year be different? Will his friends find a way to play to Snail's strengths and help him feel valued?
The annual Animal Race is approaching and all animals are training very hard. Well, all but one....
Snail tells his friend Rabbit he doesn't want to take part in the race this year because he always comes last. Rabbit gathers all the animals to devise a plan and encourage her friend to participate. Will Snail take part in the Great Big Animal Race and feel valued at the same time?
A story about the power of friendship and celebrating uniqueness.
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Kindness and friendship are the winners in this tale of animal competition.
This celebration of consideration and creativity makes its points loudly and clearly and is ripe for an investigation into and discussion of social-emotional and problem-solving skills. Kindness and friendship are the winners in this tale of animal competition - Kirkus Reviews.
The illustrations in this book are absolutely top-notch, and I love the variety of animals featured throughout. The story beautifully conveys the importance of kindness and ensuring that friends feel included—such a valuable message for kids - Goodreads/NetGalley-Reviewer.