This book is very nostalgic. I remember being read this book as a child by my elementary school's librarian. The hare and the Tortoise is a classic and there are many books teling this story. ( )

Genre:
Fables
Folklore -- Aesop
Subject headings:
Aesop. Tortoise and the hare -- Adaptations
Aesop's fables
Tortoises
Hares
Persistence

A really good read aloud version of the AESOP classic. Perfect for group story times with kindergarten to second graders. The ink and paint illustrations are large but does not clutter the page, which allows the text of the story to be seen easily by both the reader and audience. ( )

Lovely watercolor illustrations enhance this enchanting retelling of the Aesop fable. There are some charming surprises in the recounting of the story of the race between the two animals. Young and old alike will find much to appreciate in this wonderful book.

In addition to the story, there is a Key to the Animals at the end of the story, providing the reader with information about the animals in the story.

Highly recommended. ( )

I have always loved this book. The story has always had good moral about being nice and taking the time can get you better results than taking the fast way to the finish line. This book had awesome illustrations, filled with the various animals they come across on their journey to finish.