The Cross-Country Race cover

The Cross-Country Race

Author: Giles, Jenny

Reading Metrics

Grade Level Lower Grades (LG K-3)
Book Level 1.9
Points 0.5
Fiction/Nonfiction Fiction
Word Count 245
Points per Word 0.002041
Page Count 16
Points per Page 0.03125

Description

Mrs Hill's class holds a cross-country. Everyone knows who will win, but will he?

Quick Summary

The surprise winner twist in this simple race story keeps young readers guessing until the very last page. Kids will cheer for the underdog character and feel that magical rush of seeing someone unexpected cross the finish line first. If your kid loves "Bad Kitty" or other picture books with playful classroom drama, they'll devour this quick read. Perfect for kindergarten through third graders who are building confidence as readers.