Very much what is traditionally considered a 'boys' book.'  Brief mention is made of riders who don't fit the mold, but mostly this book is aimed at classrooms that are trying to encourage kids age 8 - 12 who don't like poetry to see the value in it.  Siebert has written a number of books that would help with that.  Some of them I like very much, some just don't work for me.  Despite the fact that I remember loving to ride w/ my boyfriend on his bike, this book just doesn't make me sing.  But that's just me.  It is bright and vivid and full of motion, and some readers will love it. ( )

One of my son's all-time favorite books. It's a fantastic way to introduce poetry to children - boys in particular. The illustrations are beautiful and the text exciting. Highly recommended! ( )

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