Myrtle the Hurdler and Her Pink and Purple, Polka-Dotted Girdle [Paperback]

Marybeth Dillon-Butler (Author)

Book Description

Age Level: 4 and up

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.

Editorial Reviews

From the Publisher

Endorsements for "Myrtle the Hurdler and her Pink and Purple Polka-Dotted Girdle" include: "This book is definitely a winner. 'Myrtle the Hurdler' is very well done, very well-written and presents an excellent message." Lou Holtz, reknowned college football coach and best-selling author "'Myrtle the Hurdler' does a wonderful job of showing our youth just how easy and fun getting in shape can be." Bee Andrews, President, Road Runners Club of America "A fabulously fun story with a lifelong lesson for children and adults alike: stay fit and eat your fruits and vegetables." Dr. Liz Applegate, Runner's World nutrition columnist, senior lecturer at UC-Davis and author of "Eat Smart, Play Hard"

About the Author

Marybeth Dillon-Butler is a free lance journalist who previously worked as a newspaper editor. She is a graduate of the University of Michigan and lives in southeast Michigan with her husband and two children. Marybeth is a veteran of 35 marathons and hopes to keep running until Myrtle is a grandma!

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 4 and up
  
• Paperback: 32 pages
• Publisher: First Page Publications (May 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1928623239
• ISBN-13: 978-1928623236
• Product Dimensions: 10.3 x 7.9 x 0.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,921,775 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Hail, Myrtle, August 1, 2005

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T. Henderson "Terry H." (Michigan) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Myrtle the Hurdler and Her Pink and Purple, Polka-Dotted Girdle (Paperback)

Fantastic job! Great for kids of all ages, and their parents, too. In this age of growing waistlines and super-sized kids' meals, it's nice to see something that will help get kids off their duffs. A fun, fun book!

A fellow runner from michigan

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Fun Book with a Great Message, September 14, 2005

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Maureen P. Egan (Clarkston, MI) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Myrtle the Hurdler and Her Pink and Purple, Polka-Dotted Girdle (Paperback)

This book is a great choice for young children. The author conveys a simple message to stay fit by exercising and eating smart through Myrtle, the lovable turtle. This colorfully illustrated book would be an excellent addition to anyone's library as well as their child's classroom or school library.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars great literature, August 17, 2005

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Carol Poenisch (Northville, MI United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Myrtle the Hurdler and Her Pink and Purple, Polka-Dotted Girdle (Paperback)

The text of this story has everything a young reader needs: lots of rhyming, a few "big" words, and a story line that realistically portrays the excitement of track and field, support from friends and a loving family, while delivering a message to eat healthy and exercise.
The illustrations are adorable and humorous.