"The Checkered Gopher" is an exciting book for children, which tells about the adventures of a little gopher named Vasylko. During his travels across the steppe, Vasylko meets various animals, learns to draw important conclusions and overcomes various difficulties. The author of the book, Vasyl Sukhomlynskyi, helps children understand important life values, such as friendship, mutual assistance, and loyalty. "The Checkered Gopher" is not just a fairy tale, but an educational story that will teach children to be open, kind and caring. This book will be a great read for kids who are interested in nature and learning to understand the world around them.