Here is a story dealing with the complexities of friendship. Two friends both sign up for the BIG RACE. They both want to win. How wiill Sox honestly help his friend Tab improve Tab’s running time when the outcome could cause Sox to loose the race. At the story’s beginning Sox is the faster runner.

As it turns out, friend helps friend to be his best. First, Sox helps Tab train for the race.  Then, Tab helps Sox make it to the finish line after Sox is injured in a fall during the race.

Includes discussion questions and an activity.