First published 2016
Boomer the Pig has spent months preparing for the Animal Olympics. He feels ready to compete against the other animals. The first race begins and Boomer crosses the finish line last. He brushes off the loss and stays positive about the next event. Race after race, Boomer finishes behind every other competitor. His cheerful attitude starts to crack as the defeats pile up. The frustration grows with each last place finish. By the end of the games, Boomer has lost every single sport he entered. Instead of giving up completely, he looks ahead to the Winter Games as his next chance to train and compete. This story speaks to kids who face their own losses and disappointments, showing them how to bounce back when things don't go their way.
Genres: animals, sports
Vibes: emotional-atmospheric, thought-provoking, whimsical
Tropes: perseverance, underdog
40 pages · Paperback · Puffin Books