Author(s): Julia Cook

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Wendell HAS to win at everything, and if he doesn't, he whines about it. This creative story addresses two very challenging
topics: winning and whining. When Wendell has one of those days where nothing seems to go his way, his mom helps him understand that everything in life doesn't have to be a contest
and that losing does not make you a loser. In fact, it can make you stronger She also points out that although it feels great to celebrate a win, winning isn't everything, and whining about
things just makes it worse. "Whiners aren't winners,
and winners never whine. You can't win at everything
all of the time "