About This Book
This humorous picture book follows Sam, a young boy who is fed up with losing show-and-tell to his classmates. Despite his teacher's advice that it's not a competition, Sam is determined to win. His quest for the ultimate show-and-tell item leads him to a very unusual choice: an octopus. The story playfully explores themes of competition, self-esteem, and the joy of sharing unique interests, all while delivering plenty of laughs. It's perfect for sparking conversations about healthy competition and celebrating individuality.
When it comes to show-and-tell, Sam is in it to win it. But no matter how hard he tries, one of his classmates is always showing him up with a slightly better costume or a slightly cooler object to share. His teacher says it s not a competition, but just once Sam would like to be the best.
Discussion Prompts
1
Have you ever felt like Sam, wanting to be the best at something?
2
What do you think makes a good show-and-tell item? Does it have to be the 'best'?
3
How do you think Sam's classmates felt when he brought an octopus to school?
4
What did the teacher mean when she said show-and-tell isn't a competition?
5
If you could bring any animal to school for show-and-tell, what would it be and why?
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