Showing results for "The Race" in Poetry & Nursery Rhymes

Emotions run high when Starlit challenges Hamilton to a race. Hamilton's certain he can't lose, and Starlit's sure she'll win. The characters plan a course that takes the trolls through Hamilton's world. It's an action-packed race. Yet that's when the story takes an unexpected turn.

Mushroom Tales is a collection of stories to explain to your child: In "Rules of Gold", why it's important to treat others as you'd like to be treated. In "Bullies", being bullied is not about you and there are bully solutions. In "How to Win a Race", the most important part of any race or challenge is: to start! In "My Mom Rocks!" being a Mom is an incredibly challenging job, and if your kids don't already see and appreciate Mom's hard work, they will now.

How can Irene and Charles work together on their fifth grade poetry project? They don't know each other...and they're not sure they want to. Irene Latham, who is white, and Charles Waters, who is black, use this fictional setup to delve into different experiences of race in a relatable way, exploring such topics as hair, hobbies, and family dinners. This remarkable collaboration invites listeners of all ages to join the dialogue by putting their own words to their experiences.