The Mystery on Alaska's Iditarod Trail

marshmallows that Aunt Cassidy makes on
Thanksgiving.”
“Ha, ha, very funny.” Christina scolded, “You
know it’s the person who drives the dog sled in the
races. But, I bet you didn’t know that dog sled racing
is the official state sport of Alaska,” Christina added.
“You always have to know everything, don’t
you?” Grant grumbled.
“Oh, Grant,” Christina said. “I’m just kidding
with you.”
“Okay,” said Grant. “But I bet you didn’t
know that Libby Riddles was the first woman to win
the Iditarod, in 1985!” He pumped up his chest like
a proud rooster and tucked Mimi’s My First Pocket
Guide: Alaska behind his back so his sister couldn’t
see it.
“That may be true,” said Christina. “But,
Susan Butcher is a four-time winner and the first
person ever to win three Iditarod races in a row.”
“Oh, you think you are so smart. But, did you
know that the capital of Alaska is Juneau?” Grant asked.
“I know, but do Ju-neau?” Christina
popped back.
“You are so funny, I forgot to laugh,” Grant
said, as they both broke into giggles.
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