Contributor(s):Author: Edward Van De Vendel Illustrator: Wolf Erlbruch Translator: David Colmer A collection of poems that's sure to be a winner This delightful poetry collection is the perfect cheerleader for young athletes .
especially ones who may not be the most athletic.
Edward van de Vendel introduces readers to a world where elephants figure skate, frogs win the Diversity Olympics, and a pig quits the football team for gymnastics, even though everyone laughs at his leotard.
Paired with winsome illustra-tions, the poems--sometimes silly, sometimes sincere--encourage young readers to pursue their goals, try their best, and take pride in themselves, whether they win or lose.
This irrepressibly joyful book from an award-winning team will have readers cheering for more.
Review citations Publishers Weekly - 07/16/2018Kirkus Reviews / Best Of The Best/Highly Recommended - pg.
148 - 08/01/2018Kirkus Reviews / Exceptional Presentation - pg.
148 - 08/01/2018Kirkus Reviews / Book Of Special Distinction - pg.
148 - 08/01/2018Kirkus Reviews / Top 15 Book Of The Year - pg.
148 - 08/01/2018Kirkus Reviews / Highly Recommended - pg.
148 - 08/01/2018School Library Journal - pg.
94 - 10/01/2018.
| Contributor(s) | Authoredward |
|---|---|
| Illustrator | Wolf |
| Translator | David |
Eerdmans Books For Young Readers I'll root for you, hardcover/edward van de vendel
