The Great Race

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The great race started and Carmelita was leading. She tried to ignore the burning in her chest, and her breathing problems. Carmelita's attack sets the stage for the friends to learn about asthma and leaves Carmelita to wonder, who won the race?

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The great race started and Carmelita was leading. She tried to ignore the burning in her chest, and her breathing problems. Carmelita's attack sets the stage for the friends to learn about asthma and leaves Carmelita to wonder, who won the race?

About The Story

Sometimes the hardest part is understanding what you cannot see.

A Paxton & Friends story about asthma, courage, friendship, and understanding invisible challenges.

During a race, Carmelita begins having trouble breathing, and her friends realize that something is wrong even though they cannot immediately see what is happening.

As they learn more about asthma, the friends begin to understand why breathing can suddenly become difficult, why someone may need medication, and why physical activity can sometimes require extra care.

The Great Race gives young readers an approachable way to talk about asthma, invisible medical conditions, courage, and the importance of responding with patience and understanding.

What Young Readers Will Explore

Not every challenge is easy to see.

Paxton & Friends introduces challenging subjects through stories children can approach with curiosity, friendship, and compassion.

Asthma Breathing Challenges Courage Invisible Conditions

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