The Best Kid in the World by Peter Reynolds
The Best Kid in the World, by Peter H. Reynolds, reviewed by Marilyn Guerra, Hoyt Library
(Atheneum Books, $15.95, 2006, unpaged)
Recommended for ages 3 -7
SugarLoaf’s older brother opens a birthday gift -- shiny golden medal that reads, “ The Best Kid in the World.” SugarLoaf becomes very jealous and decides that it is time for her to do everything possible to earn that reward. Sadly, every attempt at being the best failed. That night her parents gave her a present, a shiny little medal. Dad explained sometimes the outcome is not always important, she tried her best and that was enough. This charming book reminds us to always try our best, because after all you can still be rewarded for giving your all.
(Atheneum Books, $15.95, 2006, unpaged)
Recommended for ages 3 -7
SugarLoaf’s older brother opens a birthday gift -- shiny golden medal that reads, “ The Best Kid in the World.” SugarLoaf becomes very jealous and decides that it is time for her to do everything possible to earn that reward. Sadly, every attempt at being the best failed. That night her parents gave her a present, a shiny little medal. Dad explained sometimes the outcome is not always important, she tried her best and that was enough. This charming book reminds us to always try our best, because after all you can still be rewarded for giving your all.
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