The Slow Winner is a KICD approved levelled reader. This book is approved for CBC. It is the modern storybook. It is written to cater for learners with different reading abilities, regardless of their Grade. At this level, learners can almost read independently. They are able to process ideas in a text and they can read more complex stories. Illustrations may not be needed to understand the text. The Slow Winner is a reader about a race between Hare and Snail. Hare is determined to win the race. He prepares well and is sure of winning the race. Hare despises Snail because he is slow. He also thinks he is wiser than Snail. In the end, Snail turns out to be wiser than Hare. He uses his wisdom to win the race. This is a story that will teach learners not to despise or undermine others. This book is CBC approved by KICD.