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Second Best

By Jane Eagland

Adjectives

heartwarming inspirational engaging

Genres

Animals Feelings/Wellbeing Friendship/Family

Synopsis

In 'Second Best' by Jane Eagland, a young bear named Ben struggles with feelings of inadequacy as he constantly compares himself to his more talented brother, Tom. Through a series of adventures and challenges, Ben learns to appreciate his own unique strengths and discovers that being 'second best' doesn't mean being second-rate. This heartwarming tale teaches children the value of self-acceptance and the importance of recognising one's own worth.

About the author

Jane Eagland is a talented British author who enjoys writing exciting stories for young people. She loves creating mysteries and adventures that keep readers guessing. Jane is known for books like 'Wildthorn', which has won awards. When she isn’t writing, Jane enjoys reading, walking in the countryside, and spending time with her pets.

Pages

28 pages

Reading age

Early Reader (5-8)

Published

2005

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