Is There Really a Human Race?

Reach for this book when your child starts feeling the weight of competition or asking if they are winning at life. It is the perfect antidote for the high-achieving child who is anxious about being the best or finishing first. The story follows a young boy who takes the phrase human race literally, wondering if he is supposed to be running against everyone else. Through rhythmic verse and whimsical illustrations, Jamie Lee Curtis explores deep existential questions in a way that is accessible for the four to eight age range. It moves away from the pressure of the finish line and toward the importance of kindness, trial and error, and being a good person. Parents will appreciate how it reframes success as a journey of character rather than a collection of trophies.