Book excerpt: Meet Ned, a determined little hamster ready to win a big race! 3, 2, 1, go! Ned the hamster has been in training for the Great Garden Hamster Race. But when race day arrives, the route is cluttered with critters in need of help. Will he realize that a few small acts of kindness are more important than winning at any cost? This positive picture book from author-illustrator Kim Hillyard will inspire readers big and small to look up and offer help to those who might need it.