Myrtle the Hurdler: And Her Pink and Purple Polka-Dotted Girdle

by Marybeth Dillon-Butler, David Messing (Illustrator)

Overview

Meet Myrtle, a treat-craving, leisure-loving turtle. Her poor eating habits prompt her to wear a girdle to firm up her middle. But Myrtle decides to exchange her bad habits for good ones and it pays off when she competes in a track meet at Tortoise Elementary. This picture book, with delightful illustrations by Dave Messing, shows young readers the benefits of eating smart and exercising in a fun and entertaining way.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780978507596
Publisher:	Ferne Press
Publication date:	07/28/2005
Pages:	32
Product dimensions:	7.80(w) x 10.40(h) x 0.20(d)
Age Range:	3 - 7 Years

What People are Saying About This

Lou Holtz

Lou Holtz, college football coach (Notre Dame and South Carolina), motivational speaker and best-selling author
This book is definitely a winner. Myrtle the Hurdler is very well-done, very well-written and presents an excellent message.

Dr. Liz Applegate

Dr. Liz Applegate, Runner�s World nutrition columnist, senior lecturer at UC-Davis and author
A fabulously fun story with a lifelong lesson for children and adults alike: stay fit and eat your fruits and vegetables � an unbeatable duo! Myrtle learns that exercise and healthy eating beat a polka-dotted girdle any day for a fit body.

Bee Andrews

Bee Andrews, President of Road Runners Club of America
Myrtle the Hurdler does a wonderful job of showing our youth just how easy and fun getting in shape can be. The Road Runners Club of America is a strong supporter of Myrtle�s workout ethic. It�s something the RRCA promotes every day of the year