The Big Bike Race

When ten-year-old Ernest Peterson receives a huge, clunky yellow bike from his grandmother, his dream of winning the Washington, D.C., Citywide Cup bicycle race suddenly looks impossible. The old-fashioned bike feels like a liability against the sleek machines of his rivals, and Ernest must figure out how to make it work on the fast city streets. As he practices, he discovers that skill, determination, and a clever strategy can turn an awkward ride into a real advantage. The story shows how Ernest learns to compete with what he has and finds confidence beyond the equipment.