Book details
The Blue Ribbon Day
Description
Everybody's a star, a brilliant creation. The trouble is finding the right constellation! Ellie McSnelly and Carrie O'Toole, the winning pair of friends from The Brand New Kid, return for a new adventure. They try out for the school soccer team but only one girl is selected, leading to disappointment. With some help from her mother and old friend Lazlo, Carrie discovers she has undiscovered talents, realizing she can excel in other areas if she tries something new. This story offers a reassuring message about coping with disappointments and finding confidence.
Age
5-9
Text complexity
intermediate
Length
32 pages
Why to read
- The Blue Ribbon Day by Katie Couric is a story that inspires children to keep trying even when they face challenges or setbacks. It teaches the valuable lesson that perseverance and hard work can lead to success, even if it's not in the way one initially expects.
- The book follows the journey of a young girl as she explores different talents and interests. It encourages young readers to discover their own unique skills and passions, emphasizing that everyone has their own special gifts to share with the world.
- Katie Couric, the author of The Blue Ribbon Day, is a respected journalist and author. Her experience in communicating complex ideas in an accessible way makes this book an engaging read for children, filled with relatable characters and situations that can spark meaningful conversations between kids and adults.
- Throughout the story, the importance of friendship and support is evident. The book shows how friends can help each other overcome disappointment and find new paths to success, fostering a sense of community and teamwork among young readers.