
Written by Carrie Finison · Illustrated by Erin Kraan
Can Little Tortoise reach school on time despite unexpected delays?
On her first school day, Little Tortoise is determined not to be last. As Cheetah, Llama, and even a snail on a scooter zoom past, her journey becomes a race against time. Stuck in a book gutter, she fears she'll be late. But when Mr. Sloth, her new teacher, arrives, everything changes. Will Little Tortoise make it on time, or will her slow pace teach her something unexpected? Discover a heartwarming tale of perseverance and unexpected friendships in this delightful school adventure.
It’s the first day of school and Little Tortoise is worried. Can she get there on time? It’s the first day of school and Little Tortoise is ready with a backpack filled with new school supplies. Little Tortoise can’t wait to get to school and tries very hard not to be the last student there. But soon Cheetah, Llama, and even a snail on a scooter, overtake her.And then when she gets stuck in the gutter of the book, she’s sure she’ll be the last pupil to arrive! But the timely arrival of Mr. Sloth, her new teacher, changes everything. Gentle reassuring language full of wordplay, and bold and bright art by an up and coming artist offer students a comforting story about this new experience. Here’s a fresh way to encourage reluctant students to be on their way.
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