The Big Cheese is the best at everything, and brags about it, too. When the annual Cheese-cathlon comes around, the Big Cheese is prepared to win, as always. But what happens when the quiet new kid, Wedge Wedgeman, comes out on top? Is a slice of humility all the Big Cheese needs to discover that some things are better than being the best?

When first-grader Ella, the undisputed kickball queen at school, is bested by new student Riya Patel, she throws a tantrum with her entire class watching.

Feeling bad about last year's Field Day, in which her slow running cost the relay team a victory, Nancy, who enjoys using fancy words, finds herself facing another Field Day and another relay race with a mean classmate.

When Jimmie is elected captain of his baseball team his first decision is to elect himself pitcher but when Jimmie's pitches fail to find their mark the team wants their olf pitcher back.

It's one of the best days at South School: Field Day! That means bean bag tosses, relay races, and tug of war. When Mr. Deltoid announces students will pair up to compete for a mystery prize, Harry and Doug are determined to win. But at what cost? Harry's sneaky tactics leave Sid and Mary grumbling. They even claim he's cheating. Harry insists he's playing fair and square. Doug doesn't know what to think! He must prove his best friend is innocent...

There's a new kid on the basketball court, and his name is Jude. He makes everyone laugh by making up funny nicknames. But when Jude starts playing unfairly, will Chris, Diego, and Ty stop playing with him?

Tessa Tiger has terrible temper tantrums when her team loses at T-ball.

When a fight breaks out during Brother and Sister Bear's soccer game, Missus Ursula reminds everyone about fair play and sportsmanship.

"In the story of Elliot Mack, Quarterback, young readers will enjoy a humorous story as they follow Elliot, the new quarterback for the Baytown Blobfish. As the only girl on the team, she must learn how to navigate the field while also being a confident team player. Each title also includes back matter, a glossary, writing prompts, and comprehension questions."-- Publisher website.

Since Danny has super speed, he is overconfident in his running ability--will he learn in time that relay racing is about teamwork as well as speed?