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As the boastful Cheetah readies for the big race, two clever little cats prepare with their own set of tricks. Pre-big-race events (e.g., a pie-eating contest) weigh down the competitive Cheetah with prizes, ultimately costing him the main event. While Cheetah may not get the lesson of sportsmanship, readers will. Colored text and witty illustrations set on crisp white backgrounds pop.