Read Awhile is a series of graded stories and non-fiction texts that have been written specifically for young children in the Caribbean. Read Awhile books also contain questions, activities and other materials designed to improve children's reading skills and vocabulary.

It is time for the animals' Annual Spring Competition. Donkey is the champion and is a big show-off. He thinks he is going to win, but Spider has other ideas and the animals are in for a big surprise!