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The Slowest Race Ever
Paperback
AnimalsGeneral Juvenile Fiction
Publisher: Independently Published
Published: Mar 19 2026
Pages: 30
Weight: 0.21
Height: 0.08 Width: 8.50 Depth: 8.50
Language: English
The Slowest Race Ever is a heartwarming children's story about kindness, courage, and believing in yourself.
When Toby the Turtle enters the Great Forest Race, he knows he won't be the fastest. But along the way, Toby discovers something far more important than winning-helping others.
From rescuing friends in need to making a difficult choice when it matters most, Toby shows that true success isn't about coming first... it's about caring for others and doing your best.
- A gentle and uplifting story for children ages 4-8
- Teaches kindness, empathy, and self-confidence
- Perfect for bedtime reading or classroom story time
Join Toby on a joyful forest adventure that reminds us all:
being kind is the greatest win of all.
About the Author
Leon Andersen writes gentle, feel-good stories that inspire kindness and confidence in young readers.
He hopes Toby the Turtle reminds children that going at their own pace is perfectly okay-and that helping others is one of the greatest things they can do.
Leon is an award-winning magician and Special Needs Assistant who works with children and adults with behavioural and sensory needs.Through storytelling and gentle humour, Leon helps children understand their feelings and build confidence when facing new experiences.
His Magic Max series supports children aged 4-8 with anxiety, autism, ADHD, and sensory sensitivities by introducing calming tools such as breathing, comfort objects, and reassurance from trusted grown-ups.
Leon lives in Ireland with his family and continues to work closely with children and schools, helping little minds feel brave.
Collect the whole Magic Max Series.- First Visit to the Doctor
- Goes to the Dentist
- First Haircut
- First Day at School
- First Eye Test
- First Rugby Match
- First Airplane Trip
- First Swimming Lesson
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