
By Toni Cade Bambara, Eric Young (Illustrator)
Part of the Classic Stories series
A race changes Hazel's view on rivalry and family.
In Harlem, Hazel is set on defeating her rival Gretchen in a footrace. But when her brother Raymond unexpectedly joins the race, Hazel's perspective shifts. Will she find new meaning in competition and family bonds?
Hazel helps take care of her brother Raymond in their Harlem neighborhood, where she’s determined to beat her rival Gretchen in an upcoming footrace. But her competitiveness melts away after she sees Raymond running alongside the race track. Hazel gains not just a new appreciation for her brother but also respect toward her longtime rival.
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