At the Pig Races - Softcover

Deborah Burggraaf

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0985710586 ISBN 13: 9780985710583

Publisher: Protective Hands Communications, 2012

Synopsis

When Glorious Gabby goes to the small town fair each summer, she has high hopes of being in the PIG RACES, the must-see event for everyone in the small town of Danbury. But Gabby can only watch from the tent, with her bowed legs, practicing each day, yet never giving up hope. Soon, Gabby has the opportunity of a lifetime, when Marvelous Max decides not to budge from his tent. Miraculously, Glorious Gabby races to the finish line for the first time in her life. In this heartfelt tale, children will delight in going to the fair the tasty treats, the crazy rides, the petting zoo and of course, the excitement of being at THE PIG RACES.

About this title

About the Author

Deborah Burggraaf was born in Danbury, Connecticut and moved to southern California. She lived there for thirty years, and now resides in Palm Beach County, Florida, teaching middle school for nearly twenty years. Mrs. Burggraaf embraced her love for writing and began to write stories with messages for children. She takes everyday simple wonders and unfolds them into inspirational outcomes for children. She continues to motivate young minds each day, inspiring children to believe in themselves and to follow their dreams in life. AT THE PIG RACES is Mrs. Burggraaf's sixth book, which includes: Caught in the Middle, Cooka, the Bird without Wings, Boonie--Freedom Runner, Crow No More and Hot Wheels for Benny. On her website: dburgg.com, you can download activities for each book, as well as contact the author, or schedule an appearance by Mrs. Burggraaf:

Edition details

• Publisher: Protective Hands Communications
• Publication date: 2012
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0985710586
• ISBN 13: 9780985710583
• Binding: Paperback
• Illustrator: Matt Lumsden
• Number of pages: 34