The Death of Red Peril
Story Stats
Rating: 4
Grade Level: 4, 5
Page count: 15
Appeared in
Dancing Tom and Other Selections from Newbery Authors
Story Summary
The world of caterpillar racing is turned upside down when Pa finds Red Peril. Red Peril beats every caterpillar in the county until he meets the undisputed champion, The Horned Demon, and gives his last full measure to beat the champ.