by Mo Willems
Part of Pigeon, book 10
First published 2022
Pigeon stands at the base of the towering roller coaster, his feathers ruffled with anticipation and nerves. This is it. The moment he has been building toward. But first, he must get ready. Really ready. The tracks stretch high above him, promising twists that will spin him sideways and drops that will leave his stomach somewhere near the clouds. Pigeon knows this ride will test every bit of courage he can muster. He paces back and forth, talking himself through what lies ahead. The other park visitors zoom past on the coaster, screaming with delight and terror. Soon that will be him up there, gripping tight as the car rockets around each bend. Pigeon takes a deep breath and begins his preparations. He stretches his wings, checks his determination, and steels himself for the ride of his life. This roller coaster adventure will push him beyond anything he has faced before, but Pigeon is determined to prove he can handle whatever comes next.
Genres: fiction, contemporary, picture-books
Vibes: emotional, fast-paced, whimsical
Tropes: determination, overcoming-fears
40 pages · Hardcover · Union Square Kids