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Theo Turtle and the Windy Hill Race
Hardcover
Series: Little by Little
ISBN13: 9781972034200
Publisher: Andrew S. Ford
Published: May 6 2026
Pages: 40
Weight: 0.81
Height: 0.25 Width: 8.00 Depth: 10.00
Language: English
Theo Turtle likes quiet mornings, careful steps, and taking his time. But when the Windy Hill Race is announced, he cannot stop comparing himself to his faster friends. Casey Cat is quick, Riley Rabbit is springy, and Daisy Duck seems to glide around every turn. The more Theo compares, the smaller he feels.
On race day, Theo worries he will fall behind. But along the trail, his steady hands, thoughtful eyes, and caring heart become exactly what others need. As he helps a friend, notices the path, and keeps going with kindness, Theo begins to understand something important: winning is not the only way to matter.
Theo Turtle and the Windy Hill Race is a warm, uplifting early reader for ages 6-8 about self-worth, gratitude, empathy, and perseverance. With memorable animal characters and a comforting emotional arc, this story encourages children to value their own gifts, cheer for others, and find peace in their own pace.
Perfect for families, classrooms, and libraries, this gentle story reminds young readers that kindness, steady effort, and helping others can shine brighter than coming in first.
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