Ready, Set, Go!

Miranda is a young girl who loves to race and challenges everyone in her family to compete with her. She takes on her father, mother, and grandmother in separate races around their neighborhood tracks. The story follows Miranda's determined efforts as she faces each family member in turn. Her enthusiasm and competitive spirit drive the narrative forward through each racing encounter. The races showcase different relationships within a family while highlighting themes of determination, confidence, and the joy of physical activity. This story captures how children's natural energy and drive can bring family members together in unexpected ways.

Parents and teachers report that preschoolers stay engaged with this story about a girl trying to catch her busy parents' attention. The counting and escalating chaos resonate with young readers. Readers appreciate: - Fun sound effects and repetitive lines children can join in with - Captures family dynamics relatable to working parents - Eye-catching illustrations by Michael Martchenko - Works well for storytime read-alouds Common criticisms: - Plot feels thin compared to other Munsch books - Message about parent distraction may upset some children - Fewer memorable moments than classics like Love You Forever Ratings: Goodreads: 3.9/5 (529 ratings) Amazon: 4.4/5 (23 ratings) "Perfect for getting wiggles out during storytime" - School librarian review "My kids request this one over and over" - Parent review "Not his strongest work but still entertaining" - Early childhood educator review

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🏃‍♂️ "Ready, Set, Go!" was inspired by a real child named Miranda, who Robert Munsch met at a daycare center in Thunder Bay, Ontario. 📚 The book's illustrator, Michael Martchenko, has collaborated with Munsch on over 50 children's books since 1980, creating one of children's literature's most enduring partnerships. 🌟 Like many of Munsch's stories, this book began as an oral tale that he performed live for children, perfecting it through countless retellings before publishing. 🏆 Author Robert Munsch was appointed a Member of the Order of Canada in 1999 for his exceptional contributions to children's literature. 🎭 The story's theme of competitiveness and learning to have fun reflects Munsch's background as a preschool teacher, where he observed these dynamics firsthand among young children.