Buster's Trip to Victory Lane
Buster the Race Car Series
What’s inside...
This adventurous tale revolves around Buster, a small but determined race car who dreams of winning a big race. With the support of his friends, team and his steadfast determination, Buster overcomes numerous hurdles and eventually triumphs by winning the race, embodying the spirit of perseverance and sportsmanship. When Coach Hog rescues Buster from a failed racing team, Buster has to figure out how to race with new teammates, learn to keep going even after he makes mistakes, and try with all his might to make it to the finish line before all the other cars. But can Buster navigate his anxiety before race day? Roaring with bright and energetic illustrations, NASCAR legend Dale Earnhardt Jr.’s debut picture book encourages kids that they can overcome any obstacle on the track, finish that final lap, and make a few friends along the way! 'Buster's Trip to Victory Lane' is ideal for car-crazy kids ages 4 to 8, Dale Earnhardt Jr. fans, and followers of NASCAR and racing, teaches kids perseverance whether they are starting something new, are struggling to learn a difficult skill, or need motivation to keep trying when life is tough, and is a great read-aloud for story time at home, libraries, and schools. It has a brightly foiled jacket and full-color pictures and is a perfect choice for birthday parties, for car rides and road trips, as a Christmas stocking stuffer or present, or as a central feature in a gift basket.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
2-6
Length
40 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What do you think made Buster so determined to reach Victory Lane?
How did Buster's friends help him on his journey?
What were some of the challenges Buster faced, and how did he overcome them?
If you were Buster, what would you have done differently on your trip?
Why do you think teamwork was important in Buster's adventure?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to relate their personal experiences to Buster’s adventures. Ask them to think about a time when they worked towards a goal and discuss the similarities and differences. Highlight the importance of persistence and teamwork as demonstrated in the book. Additionally, use expressive read-aloud techniques to make the story more dynamic, altering your tone and pace to match the narrative's excitement and challenges.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Perseverance
Explanation: Buster faces challenges on his journey to Victory Lane, but he doesn't give up and keeps trying until he succeeds.
Real-World Application: Children learn the importance of persisting through difficulties to achieve their goals, applicable in school tasks or learning new skills.
Example Lesson: Teamwork
Explanation: Buster works together with his friends to navigate the race, showcasing how cooperation can lead to success.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to collaborate effectively with peers in classroom projects or sports.
Example Lesson: Sportsmanship
Explanation: Buster shows respect to other racers and congratulates the winners, teaching children how to be gracious in both winning and losing.
Real-World Application: Kids can apply this lesson in their interactions during play, learning to handle wins and losses with grace.
Example Lesson: Problem-solving
Explanation: Throughout the story, Buster encounters and solves various problems using his quick thinking.
Real-World Application: Children can use critical thinking to solve everyday problems, whether it's figuring out a puzzle or resolving a disagreement with a friend.