“This exciting story about Stemville’s annual Formula 1 Big Race is sure to appeal to a wide audience. The text offers all kinds of technical information about race cars (design, tires, brakes, steering wheels, safety measures) and accessible explanations of the scientific and engineering aspects (CAD, G-force, acceleration, drag, horsepower). The major draw, however, is the bright, busy illustrations of Stemville’s animal citizens engaged in all kinds of race-related tasks, from setting up the race circuit to test-driving the cars to staffing the pit crews. This offering checks all the boxes: lots of action, amazing art, engaging characters, and positive messages about determination, preparedness, and sportsmanship, effortlessly wrapped around multiple STEM concepts. This visual gem is sure to be a kid magnet.” — Booklist Starred Review.
Featured in Publisher’s Weekly, Spring Children’s Previews 2025
Featured in CBC’s Hot Off The Press Reading List, March 2025
Featured in CBC’s Spring 2025 Showcase: Things That Go! Reading List
“I love how kids can follow along with the race while gaining STEM knowledge on a topic that’s not usually covered in school. […] An engrossing lap read for car-oriented youngsters; a good book to browse for early grade readers.”
— Stephanie Tournas, Youth Services Book Review
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