In "12 Epic Races" by Janet Slingerland, readers are taken on an exhilarating journey through various thrilling competitions around the world. Each chapter highlights a different race, blending adventure and cultural insights as participants face unique challenges that test their limits. From the grit of urban marathons to the beauty of scenic trail runs, the story celebrates the spirit of competition and the community that emerges through shared struggle and triumph. As the characters train and compete, they discover resilience, friendship, and the power of pushing beyond one's boundaries, making this a captivating read for sports enthusiasts and adventure seekers alike. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is part of a book series called Epic Adventures .

This book has been graded for interest at 8-12 years.

There are 32 pages in this book. This book was published in 2019 by 12-Story Library .

Janet Slingerland studied engineering at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute and Drexel University. She has written many science books for children, including The Secret Lives of Plants!, which was named a Top 40 YA nonfiction book by the Pennsylvania School Librarians Association. Janet lives in Mount Laurel, New Jersey. Matt Aucoin hold's a master's of fine art degree from the Center for Cartoon Studies and teaches drawing to preschool-aged children. He is the illustrator of Explore Predators and Prey! With 25 Great Projects for Nomad Press. He lives in Windsor, Vermont.