The Trophy Trap

This is such a lovely read. The words bounce along when read out loud to my little one. I couldn’t help but out on voices, as the sentences, and the rhymes are well written and push to this! The sentiment is great. Winning and losing and wanting the best for ourselves and others. The examples given, and the story being to.d through the eyes of a puppy and a very entertaining dog talent show serves the moral well. The images add to the book, after all who wouldn’t love to talk about a dog playing croquet! A great addition to the bedtime story pile in any home.

The book was beautifully written. The author made careful word choices that were very impactful. I also liked how some of the words were different colors which makes it more engaging for young readers. Overall, the book was well written and I did really enjoy it.

A lovely book about what matters most in life, competitions and friendships. This is mostly suitable for younger children. My child, who is 9, also found this engaging though. The characters being personified dogs made the situations easier to analyse and learn from, cute and strangely, or perhaps not strangely, relatable.
I liked that this book was honest about how losing feels like.
The prose was well-thought. A much needed conversation about trophies being traps.

This is a sweet book about learning and growing. There’s a message about taking our dreams and turning them into plans. It’s very difficult for children when they don’t win/come in first, and this book is such a positive spin. The illustrations are beautiful and really enhance the message. Recommended!

The Trophy Trap by Chasta Hamilton is a cute children's book that follows Elvis, a Scottish Terrier, and his friends as they prepare for a dog competition. Each character, from confident Laila to hardworking Betty, brings a unique story that teaches valuable lessons about self-worth and perseverance. This book beautifully illustrates that true success isn't about outshining others but about personal growth and kindness. I loved how each dog learned to appreciate its own strengths rather than focusing solely on winning a trophy. It's a charming read that offers more than just entertainment—it provides important life lessons in a fun and engaging way.

Extremely cute story with really cute pictures aswell. I would like to eventually purchase this one for my own children. I believe that it tells an important message that winning isn’t always everything but you are still great.

Who let the dogs out with lessons to teach? 🐾 The Trophy Trap did! Let me tell ya, this book isn’t just about cute pups competing for a shiny prize. Nope, it’s a treasure trove of giggles and growth. As Elvis and his furry pals strut their stuff, they learn what really counts—it ain't the trophy but how they play the game. My little nephew couldn’t stop talking about Betty the overachiever, and honestly, neither could I! If you’ve got a little one in your life, grab this book. It’s a winner on all fronts, no trophy needed! 🏆📚