In "Blue Ribbon Blues" by Jerry Spinelli, readers are introduced to the world of competitive sports through the eyes of a young boy named Billy. A reluctant participant in his school's annual track meet, Billy faces the pressure of competition and the desire to win a coveted blue ribbon. As he navigates the ups and downs of friendship, self-doubt, and the pursuit of excellence, he learns valuable lessons about perseverance, sportsmanship, and what it truly means to succeed. With Spinelli's signature warmth and humor, the story captures the essence of childhood aspirations and the importance of being true to oneself. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is part of a book series called Steppingstone .

This book has been graded for interest at 7-9 years.

There are 80 pages in this book. This book was published in 1998 by Turtleback Books .

Seymour Chwast, twice named by the New York Times among the best illustrators of the year and one of the founders of the celebrated Push Pin Studios, is well known for his posters, typographic designs, and animated commercials. Phyllis La Farge has written several books for children, including Kate and the Wild Kittens, and Jane's Silver Chair. She lives in Connecticut Jerry Spinelli has won the Newbery Medal for children's literature. He lives in Norristown, Pennsylvania.