Children’s / Teenage fiction: Sporting stories
Holiday House Inc Game On
Book SynopsisJoin Albert and a group of ragtag aliens as they dribble, cross, and score across the galaxy in this soccer-themed story of unlikely friendships.The day that aliens abducted 13-year-old Albert Kinney was the day he was hoping to make the school soccer team.But that''s the way life works sometimes, especially for Albert.Astonishingly the Zeenods, don''t want to harm Albert, they want him to play soccer. And so, Albert jumps at the chance to join the Zeenods. Yet just as he''s making friends and getting used to the high-tech gear, he faces a series of direct threats to his life. Does someone have a mysterious vendetta against Albert? Or does their first opponent, the ruthless team from Planet Tev, want to guarantee that they win?Action-packed, yet filled with humor and heart, Star Striker is the first book in a series that combines a sports friendship story with an exploration of social justice and the importance of compassion for others.
£10.44
Holiday House Inc Happy Again
Book SynopsisLucas fell, and now he lives with a disability. A Level G story about resilience that first graders can read on their own.Lucas is a happy lion.One day Lucas Falls.Can Lucas be happy again?When Lucas falls off a ladder, he hurts his spine and can''t use his legs anymore. He can''t stand on them and he can''t walk on them. Through self-determination and with the love of friends and family, Lucas learns new ways to take care of himself and have fun.With easy-to-read language and cheerful art, children can learn about physical disabilities while they grow their confidence as readers.This book has been officially leveled by using the Fountas & Pinnell Text Level GradientTM leveling system.For early-to-mid first grade readers, Level G books feature more complex storylines than prior levels, and a wider variety of structure and punctuation. Illustrations offer support for decoding the more challenging vo
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Holiday House Inc Happy Again
Book SynopsisLucas fell, and now he lives with a disability. A Level G story about resilience that first graders can read on their own.Lucas is a happy lion.One day Lucas Falls.Can Lucas be happy again?When Lucas falls off a ladder, he hurts his spine and can''t use his legs anymore. He can''t stand on them and he can''t walk on them. Through self-determination and with the love of friends and family, Lucas learns new ways to take care of himself and have fun.With easy-to-read language and cheerful art, children can learn about physical disabilities while they grow their confidence as readers.This book has been officially leveled by using the Fountas & Pinnell Text Level GradientTM leveling system.For early-to-mid first grade readers, Level G books feature more complex storylines than prior levels, and a wider variety of structure and punctuation. Illustrations offer support for decoding the more challenging
£8.60
Holiday House Inc Voy a intentar
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Holiday House Inc Horse Buggy on Wheels
Book SynopsisBest friends Horse & Buggy’s skateboarding shenanigans will have early readers rolling with laughter in this story from Geisel medalist Ethan Long!“Look, Buggy! I have a skateboard.”“Do you have a helmet, too?”Horse is ready to try some BIG skateboard tricks . . . and his best friend Buggy has some tricks of his own on how Horse can avoid getting hurt. From tightening helmet straps to bandaging bruised butts, there’s no such thing as too much fun with this dynamic duo—especially because they’re playing it safe.Ethan Long’s expressive, slapstick-style art brings the laugh-out-loud story to life in this early reader that really sticks the landing.Don't miss this hilarious duo's other adventures in Dance, Dance, Dance!, Horse & Buggy Paint It Out!, Horse & Buggy Plant a Seed, and Horse & Buggy on Ice.This book has been officially leveled by
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Holiday House Inc Touch and Go
Book SynopsisAlbert and the Zeenods are back in this second book in the thrilling Star Striker series about unlikely friendships and interstellar soccer.Albert and his Zeenod teammates might not be the best soccer players in the universe but there''s nothing Albert would rather do--and no one he''d rather play with. Plus at least they made it to the second round of the big interplanetary tournament.When their coach is wrongly arrested by an intergalatic police force, Albert and the Zeenods must work to clear their coach''s name and stay in the tournament. But Albert can''t keep his head in the game, putting the whole team''s win in jeopardy. Can Albert come through for his friends and find justice for their coach?Action-packed, yet filled with humor and heart, Star Striker is the second book in a series that combines a sports friendship story with an exploration of social justice and the importance of compassion for others.
£10.44
Holiday House Inc Horse Buggy on Ice
Book SynopsisBest friends Horse & Buggy test their friendship as Horse spins out of control showing off his skating moves in this hilarious story for beginning readers!Horse can skate. He can spin. He can leap! But when he falls, Buggy is there to get her friend back on the ice.Together they try again! Ethan Long's expressive, slapstick-style art shines in this story about practice and friendship—great for beginning reader collections. Don't miss this hilarious duo's other adventures in Dance, Dance, Dance!, Horse & Buggy Paint It Out!, and Horse & Buggy Plant a Seed.This book has been officially leveled by using the F&P Text Level Gradient(TM) Leveling System. The award-winning I Like to Read® series focuses on guided reading levels A through G, based upon Fountas and Pinnell standards. Acclaimed author-illustrators--including winners of Caldecott, Theodor Seuss Geisel, and Coretta Scott King hono
£7.59
Holiday House Inc We Play Soccer Jugamos al fútbol
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Holiday House Inc I Dig Yo cavo
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Beaufort Books The Adventures of Bubba Jones 3 Volume 3
Book SynopsisTrade ReviewAlt did his homework to make learning fun for adults and children. My own curiosity was piqued as I turned the pages-Not only do readers learn about the cog railway that once traveled up Green Mountain, which was renamed Cadillac Mountain, they also learn who Robert Abbe and George Dorr were and what they did. Readers also can learn to search for glacial erratics and the animals, both land and sea, that can be spotted in our celebrated park-This is a great book for children looking to teach their parents a few historical facts about the island as their families traverse Acadia National Park. -- Sarah Hinckley, Mount Desert IslanderThis is a book on a mission.Alt aims to inspire kids to explore our national parks and he does that by presenting fun facts in an imaginative way. (The new book is the third in his series.) In this installment, Tommy and his sister are racing against time to solve a mystery in the Acadia National Park in Maine. -- Carol Motsinger, "Cincinnati Enquirer"These are absolutely adorable books-There are maps to interact with-A fun story and a guide for families planning a trip -- Kristen Cornett, Fox 45 / ABC 22 DaytonIf you are unfamiliar with the series, The Bubba Jones series centers on Tommy 'Bubba Jones', and his sister Jenny 'Hug-a-Bug' when they are told that they have the power to time travel! Together they go on adventures solving mysteries, encountering various wildlife and animals, and learning about the history of the national parks. They've already gone on adventures 'Through the Great Smokey Mountains', and 'Through Shenandoah National Park.' And now, they're venturing through Acadia National Park.The Bubba Jones series has been critically praised and is an award-winning children's series that kids who love exploring the outdoors are sure to love.Accompanied by charming illustrations by Hannah Touhy, the series is full of scientific and historical facts about nature and the beautiful parks that the characters time travel through. The series is meant to educate readers about the beauty of nature in a fun and engaging way and encourage kids to appreciate and go out and interact with parks on their own. This series is perfect for kids 8 to 12 years old, great for the classroom, and easy to jump right into with the third book, The Adventure of Bubba Jones: Time Traveling Through Acadia National Park. -- Posh Kids Magazine"The Adventures Of Bubba Jones" Can Help Encourage Kids To Connect With The Outdoors.If kids could read Jeff Alt's book and then actually go hike through Acadia National Park, that would be super cool. However, if that's not possible, reading the book can still get kids excited about researching national parks, their histories, and interesting facts about the parks.What exactly is this book, "The Adventures of Bubba Jones: Time Traveling Through Acadia National Park," about? It's the third book in the Bubba Jones series (a Children's National Park book series). The main characters, Tommy "Bubba Jones" and his sister, Jenny "Hug-a-Bug," are on a mission to solve a mystery in Acadia National Park. To make matters even more interesting and exciting, Bubba Jones and Hug-a-Bug have time-travel skills that they inherited from their Papa Lewis. They utilize such skills to travel into the past and to help protect national park wildlands. But, shhh-that part is a family secret.So, pick up your copy of this Bubba Jones book. You can then follow Bubba Jones and his sister as they try to solve the mystery while taking an exciting adventure in Acadia National Park. You'll learn how they decode a secret message and meet interesting people. You will also learn about the Acadia National Park and its history and secrets. You'll never look at a national park the same after experiencing this book. The book also includes a Curriculum Guide, which can encourage further research into various topics. It also has Discussion Questions to help stimulate inquisitive and creative minds. It would be a wonderful book for a summer reading group for kids! The book is written for children 8 to 12 years of age. -- Kelly's Thoughts on Things
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Beaufort Books The Adventures of Bubba Jones
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4U2B Books & Media Theres a Griffin on My Back
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£17.74
Penguin Putnam Inc Dinosaur Mad Libs
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£6.90
Random House Australia Billy Slater 3 Show and Go
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£9.47
Random House Australia Izzy Folau Chance of a Lifetime 1 Israel Folau
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£9.65
Schiffer Publishing Ltd First Sail
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£13.49
Tundra Books The Hockey Sweater
Book SynopsisIn the days of Roch’s childhood, winters in the village of Ste. Justine were long. Life centered around school, church, and the hockey rink, and every boy’s hero was Montreal Canadiens hockey legend Maurice Richard. Everyone wore Richard’s number 9. They laced their skates like Richard. They even wore their hair like Richard. When Roch outgrows his cherished Canadiens sweater, his mother writes away for a new one. Much to Roch’s horror, he is sent the blue and white sweater of the rival Toronto Maple Leafs, dreaded and hated foes to his beloved team. How can Roch face the other kids at the rink?
£8.54
Red Deer Press The Legend
£13.46
Pan Macmillan Busy Tennis
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Pan Macmillan Busy Park
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CRABTREE LITTLE HONEY Reds or Jets
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Teacher Created Materials Surfer Girl
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Abdo Publishing Company The Hunt for Scarface
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Abdo Publishing Company The Lost Deer Camp
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BookBaby Kickin It With Dad
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Penguin Putnam Inc Cosmic Commandos
Book SynopsisIn this graphic novel adventure for readers of Monster Mayhem and Roller Girl, a pair of twin brothers accidentally bring their favorite video game to life—and now they have to find a way to work together to defeat it. Jeremy and Justin are twins, but they couldn’t be any more different from each other. Jeremy is a risk taker who likes to get his hands dirty; Justin prefers to read, focus, and get all his facts straight before jumping in. But they do have one important thing in common: They both love video games. When Jeremy wins a cereal-box charm that brings his favorite video game to life, villains and all, he finds that he’s in way over his head. Justin knows everything there is to know about the rules of the game—he read the handbook, of course—and Jeremy isn’t afraid to try new things. Can these two mismatched brothers work together to beat the video game that has become their life?
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Penguin Putnam Inc Justin 1
Book SynopsisAn action-packed basketball series from author LJ Alonge set on the courts of Oakland, CA.Justin has a list of goals stashed under his mattress. Number 1 is figure out life plans. Number 5 is earn Zen Master rating in WoW. Nowhere on that list is play the crew from Ghosttown, but that''s the type of trouble that always seems to finds him. The debut title from LJ Alonge''s new basketball series pulses with action on and off the court. With wit, humor, and honesty, Justin unfolds over one hot summer.Trade Review"A winning combination of interest and approachability. Debut author Alonge writes with nimbleness and insight, and Justin’s narration is leavened with shrewd, rueful observations and quick turns of phrase." (Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books, *STARRED REVIEW*) “The brief novel is both a satisfying basketball story and an African-American boy's first-person account of finding his way in the world... debut author Alonge plays the game just right.” (Kirkus Reviews)“A coming-of-age story with hard edges and heart.” (Publisher’s Weekly)"This gritty series-starter follows African American fifteen-year-old Justin through Oakland, where he and friends learn to scheme and swindle... Accessible prose (with profanity) and fast-paced action make this suited to older reluctant readers." (Horn Book Guide Reviews)
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Penguin Putnam Inc Janae 2
Book SynopsisAn action-packed basketball series from author LJ Alonge set on the courts of Oakland, CA.Janae works every day at her Granny’s Strange Goods Superstore, selling lucky rabbits’ feet and other useless junk. And every night, after closing up shop, she dominates the courts with her boys. When the chance comes around to take her game to the next level, she knows she’ll make the cut. It’s all about skill—luck’s got nothing to do with it. Right?
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Penguin Putnam Inc Hooray My Butt Left the Bench 10
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St Martin's Press Charlie Joe Jacksons Guide to Summer Vacation
Book SynopsisIn this middle-grade novel, a reluctant reader faces a his worst fear: academic summer camp. Despite all attempts to avoid reading and extra work, Charlie Joe Jackson finds himself in a terrible dream he can''t wake up from: Camp Rituhbukkee (pronounced read-a-bookie)a place filled with grammar workshops, Read-a-Ramas, and kids who actually like reading. But Charlie Joe is determined to convince the entire camp to hate reading and writingone genius at a time. Charlie Joe Jackson''s Guide to Summer Vacation by Tommy Greenwald is another fun installment in the life of a reluctant reader.Praise for Charlie Joe Jackson''s Guide to Summer Vacation:This book is so fast-paced and funny that even reluctant readers like Charlie Joe claims to be should find themselves enjoying reading, after all. -Claudia Mills, Children''s LiteratureIf they''re not convinced, kids with an aversion to books still have a characte
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Square Fish Clemente
Book SynopsisClemente! is a 2011 Bank Street - Best Children's Book of the Year.A little boy named Clemente learns about his namesake, the great baseball player Roberto Clemente, in this joyful picture book biography. Born in Puerto Rico, Roberto Clemente was the first Latin American player to be inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame, and the only player for whom the five-year initiation period was waived. Known not only for his exceptional baseball skills but also for his extensive charity work in Latin America, Clemente was well-loved during his 18 years playing for the Pittsburgh Pirates. He died in a plane crash while bringing aid supplies to earthquake victims in Nicaragua. Willie Perdomo's rhythmic text and Bryan Collier's energetic art combine to tell the story of one of baseball's greats.Latino Interest. In English with some Spanish vocabulary.
£9.49
St Martin's Press A Whole New Ballgame
Book SynopsisFifth grade is one wild ride in this illustrated middle grade novel about two best friendsthe first book in the funny and engaging Rip and Red series.Rip and Red are best friends whose fifth-grade year is nothing like what they expected. They have an eccentric new tattooed teacher named Mr. Acevedo, who doesn''t believe in tests or homework and who likes off-the-wall projects, the more off the better. And guess who''s also their new basketball coach? Mr. Acevedo! Easy-going Rip is knocked completely out of his comfort zone. And for Red, who has autism and really needs things to be exactly a certain way, the changes are even more of a struggle. But together these two make a great duo who know how to help each otherand find ways to make a differencein the classroom and on the court.With an energetic and authentic story from author Phil Bildner and dynamic black-and-white illustrations from Tim Probert, A Whole New Ballgame is a fresh, fun book about sc
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St Martin's Press Rookie of the Year
Book SynopsisFifth grade is turned upside for two best friends when a spunky new student joins their class in this illustrated middle grade novelthe second book in the funny and engaging Rip and Red series.Just when they think they''ve got the hang of things, Rip and Red find that fifth grade continues to challenge them in head-spinning ways. Tiki, a new girl whose Egyptian dad is an animal-rights activist, has just joined their class. She''s charismatic, funnyand she''s got game! Rip has his world turned upside down as Tiki proves to be tough competition on the Clifton United basketball team and leads a rebellion against the lousy new food service in the school cafeteria. Red, who has autism, is struggling with the upheavals as well. But as these two funky and funny best friends discover, sometimes radical change is the right move, on the court and off.With an energetic and authentic story from author Phil Bildner and dynamic black-and-white illustrations from Tim Prob
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St Martin's Press Friday Night Wrestlefest
Book SynopsisBedtime has never been more fun! Friday Night Wrestlefest is inspired by WWE professional wrestling and is sure to wear kids out before they are gently tucked into bed. Ladies and Gentlemen, it''s Friday night, and these kids are ready to wrestle! Join Dangerous Daddoo as he dishes out some serious moves to get the kids ready for bed. But what happens when Flying Mom Bomb gets home from work? Are the kids toast? From writer J. F. Fox and illustrator Micah Player comes a charming and quirky family story that will teach you a new Bedtime Blitz that everyone will enjoy.
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Roaring Brook Press The Fifth Quarter Hard Court
Book SynopsisGrab a seat, and get ready to cheer Lori on once again, as she works through the growing pains of middle-school and faces her fearson the court and in life.Sixth grade is here! Just when Lori starts to get comfortable, things change again. Lori's friends have found new interests. Her dad goes back to work for the first time since she was born. And when her mom decides to start coaching in the new after-school basketball league, Lori's home life collides with her passion. To make matters worse, all her friends are playing for the opposing team. Lori feels frustrated and alone, like she might be falling behind in her game.
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First Second The Fifth Quarter Hard Court
Book SynopsisThe second book in this graphic novel duology about a girl who deals with her insecurities and awkwardness through her love of basketball and her desire to get better at the game.
£14.94
First Second Marshmallow Jordan
Book Synopsis Alina Chau''s Marshmallow & Jordan is a middle-grade graphic novel about a disabled, sports-loving Jordan, and the magical elephant named Marshmallow who she befriends. Jordan''s days as star player for her school''s basketball team ended when an accident left her paralyzed from the waist down. Now, she''s still the team captain, but her competition days seem to be behind her...until an encounter with a mysterious elephant, who she names Marshmallow, helps Jordan discover a brand new sport.Will water polo be the way for Jordan to continue her athletic dreams--or will it just come between Jordan and her best friends on the basketball team? And with the big tournament right around the corner, what secret is Marshmallow hiding?
£20.69
St Martin's Press Benchwarmers
Book SynopsisThe path to victory starts on the sidelines, in this fast-paced new middle grade series from #1 New York Times bestselling sportwriting powerhouse John Feinstein.Twelve-year-old Jeff Michaels, son of a Philadelphia TV sports reporter, is just learning to play soccer on the new sixth-grade team at his middle school. Andrea Carillo has fought her way onto the squad, but the coach doesn't think girls should play with boys, so she's riding the bench with Jeffeven though she's one of the best players. With Jeff's help, the Philly media gets ahold of the story, and suddenly Andi is all over the news as she shows her worth on the soccer field. But amid bullies, threats, and a media firestorm, will Andi's skills and Jeff's perseverance be enough to save the season? An action-packed novel about two kids who may be benchwarmers, but prove themselves naturals when it comes to teamwork, friendship, and finding a path to victory.
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Palgrave USA Air
Book SynopsisAn action-packed, empowering middle grade novel about a girl who has to speak up when her wheelchair motocross dreams get turned upside down.Twelve-year-old Emmie is working to raise money for a tricked-out wheelchair to get serious about WCMX, when a mishap on a poorly designed ramp at school throws her plans into a tailspin. Instead of replacing the ramp, her school provides her with a kind but unwelcome aideand, seeing a golden media opportunity, launches a public fundraiser for her new wheels. Emmie loves her close-knit rural town, but she can't shake the feeling that her goalsand her choicessuddenly aren't hers anymore. With the help of her best friends, Emmie makes a plan to get her dreams off the groundand show her community what she wants, what she has to give, and how ready she is to do it on her own terms.Air is a smart, energetic middle grade debut from Monica Roe about thinking big, working hard, and taking flight.
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St Martin's Press Missing Clarissa
Book SynopsisPerfect for fans of A Good Girl's Guide to Murder, Ripley Jones's Missing Clarissa is a gripping novel about two friends who start a true crime podcast-with dangerous consequences.In August of 1999, dazzlingly popular cheerleader Clarissa Campbell disappears from a party in the woods outside the rural town of Oreville, Washington and is never seen again. The police question her friends, teachers, and the adults who knew her-who all have something to hide. And thanks to Clarissa's beauty, the mystery captures the attention of the nation. But with no leads and no body, the case soon grows cold. Despite the efforts of internet sleuths and true-crime aficionados, Clarissa is never found-dead or alive.Over twenty years later, Oreville high-school juniors and best friends Blair and Cameron start a true crime podcast, determined to unravel the story of what-or who-happened to this rural urban legend. In the process they uncover a nest of dirty small-tow
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Square Fish Game Changers
Book SynopsisTrouble is about to tip off for Jeff and Andi's sixth-grade basketball teams in Game Changers, a standalone second book in the middle-grade Benchwarmers series by #1 New York Times bestselling sportswriter John Feinstein.After a controversial season playing on the boys'' soccer team, Andi Carillo is ready to kick butt and take names on the girls'' basketball team. Jeff Michaels, her best friend, is raring to drop his benchwarmer status from soccer and play a leading role on the boys'' basketball squad. But between a coach''s coded racism and a teammate''s endless sabotage, neither Andi nor Jeff is in for a layup of a season. To make matters worse, the local media smells more than one juicy story. Will Andi and Jeff be able to power through and find a way to help both their teams rebound?From sportswriting legend John Feinstein comes this fast-paced novel about two friends who are willing to risk it all to change the gameon and off the court.
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St Martin's Press The Comeback
Book SynopsisA heartfelt, #OwnVoices debut about a young girl trying to be a champ, in figure skating and in life. Introduction by champion figure skater Mirai Nagasu. Twelve-year-old Maxine Chen is just trying to nail that perfect landing: on the ice, in middle school, and at home, where her parents worry that competitive skating is too much pressure for a budding tween. Maxine isn't concerned, howevershe's determined to glide to victory. But then a bully at school starts teasing Maxine for her Chinese heritage, leaving her stunned and speechless. And at the rink, she finds herself up against a stellar new skater named Hollie, whose grace and skill threaten to edge Maxine out of the competition. With everything she knows on uneven ice, will Maxine crash under the pressure? Or can she power her way to a comeback? Set in Lake Placid, New York, this is a spunky yet stirring middle-grade story that examines racism, female rivalry and friendship, and the enduring and universal
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Feiwel & Friends You Dont Have a Shot
Book SynopsisA queer YA romance about rival soccer players from author Racquel Marie, perfect for fans of She Drives Me Crazy.Valentina Vale Castillo-Green's life revolves around soccer. Her friends, her future, and her father's intense expectations are all wrapped up in the beautiful game. But after she incites a fight during playoffs with her long-time rival, Leticia Ortiz, everything she's been working toward seems to disappear.Embarrassed and desperate to be anywhere but home, Vale escapes to her beloved childhood soccer camp for a summer of relaxation and redemptiononly to find out that she and the endlessly aggravating Leticia will be co-captaining a team that could play in front of college scouts. But the competition might be stiffer than expected, so unless they can get their rookie team's act together, this second chanceand any hope of playing college soccerwill slip through Vale's fingers. When the growing pressure, friendship friction, and her overbearing
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Roaring Brook Press My Football Family
Book SynopsisCalling all football lovers! Share your love for the sport - and how it brings family together - in My Football Family, a joyful celebration of sport and the ways it can illuminate the boundless love between a parent and child.From the host of the #1 fantasy football podcast, The Fantasy Footballers, Andy Holloway presents his heartwarming debut picture book - an ode to family, fandom, and football. Perfect for readers of all ages who play, watch, or enjoy football and want to snuggle to a celebratory story about family.My Football Family:- Will appeal to children as well as adults who are football fans- Is a perfect holiday gift or Super Bowl memento - Is written in a sweet and lyrical read-aloud- Features gorgeous art by Honee JangPick up this cheerful and heartwarming picture book sure to become a favorite in any football-loving household!
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Palgrave USA Skating on Mars
Book SynopsisA heartwarming debut from author Caroline Huntoon about a young figure skater discovering who they are on and off the ice. Life isn't easy on twelve-year-old Mars. As if seventh grade isn't hard enough, Mars is also grappling with the recent death of their father and a realization they never got to share with him: they're nonbinary. But with their skates laced up and the ice under their feet, all of those struggles melt away. When Mars' triple toe loop draws the attention of a high school hot shot, he dares them to skate as a boy so the two can compete head-to-head. Unable to back down from a challenge, Mars accepts. But as competition draws near, the struggles of life off the rink start to complicate their performance in the rink, and Mars begins to second guess if there's a place for them on the ice at all.Skating on Mars is a tender examination of grief and a hopeful middle grade tale of self-discovery.This timely, triumphant novel about
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Feiwel and Friends Skating on Mars
Book SynopsisA heartwarming debut from author Caroline Huntoon about a young figure skater discovering who they are on and off the ice. Life isn't easy on twelve-year-old Mars. As if seventh grade isn't hard enough, Mars is also grappling with the recent death of their father and a realization they never got to share with him: they're nonbinary. But with their skates laced up and the ice under their feet, all of those struggles melt away. When Mars' triple toe loop draws the attention of a high school hot shot, he dares them to skate as a boy so the two can compete head-to-head. Unable to back down from a challenge, Mars accepts. But as competition draws near, the struggles of life off the rink start to complicate their performance in the rink, and Mars begins to second guess if there's a place for them on the ice at all.Skating on Mars is a tender examination of grief and a hopeful middle grade tale of self-discovery.This timely, triumphant novel about
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Houghton Mifflin Hot Day on Abbott Avenue
Book SynopsisIt's the hottest, stickiest day of the summer. A fat-sun-in-the-sky day. An eating-ice-pops-on-the-porch day. And for Kishi and Renee, it's a best-friends-breakup day.
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Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company Avalanche
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