About This Book
In 'Howard B. Wigglebottom Learns about Sportsmanship: Winning Isn't Everything,' young readers follow Howard, a rabbit who is fiercely competitive and struggles when he doesn't come out on top. The story gently guides Howard, and by extension the reader, through the realization that true joy in sports comes from participation, effort, and being a good teammate, rather than just winning. As his soccer team heads to the finals, Howard learns valuable lessons about resilience, handling disappointment, and the spirit of teamwork. This book is ideal for children aged 4-11 who are navigating competitive environments, whether in sports, school, or play, and need a positive model for developing good sportsmanship.
Howard B. Wigglebottom likes to win, but he learns that nobody wins all the time. Howard learns how to become a teamplayer when his soccer team makes it to finals.
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Discussion Prompts
1
How does Howard feel when he doesn't win at the beginning of the story? Have you ever felt that way?
2
What does it mean to be a 'team player'? How does Howard learn to be one?
3
Why do you think the book is called 'Winning Isn't Everything'?
4
What are some ways you can show good sportsmanship, whether you win or lose?
5
How do you think Howard's teammates felt when he was only focused on winning?
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