
Written by Cynthia Rylant · Illustrated by Arthur Howard
Part of the Mr. Putter & Tabby series
Mr. Putter must finish second in a marathon to win a coveted train set. Can he do it?
Mr. Putter, coaxed by Mrs. Teaberry, enters a seniors' marathon with an unusual goal: to finish second and win a train set. Despite his lack of athletic prowess, Mr. Putter is determined to outsmart the competition and secure his prize. Will his unconventional strategy pay off, or will his dreams of the perfect train set be derailed? Join Mr. Putter on this humorous and heartwarming race where the stakes are high, and the finish line holds unexpected surprises.
Mrs. Teaberry has persuaded Mr. Putter to sign up for the seniors’ marathon. First prize is golf clubs, but second prize is . . . a train set! Mr. Putter really wants that train set. Never mind that he can’t even touch his toes. Somehow, he has got to find a way to place second. . . .
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