Ten-year-old Ben Cutler loves soccer, and he like to have fun while playing too, but when he joins a travel team that takes winning very seriously, he starts to wonder if there is more to the game than just getting a W.
"A new coach's flagrant racism, a teammate's endless sabotage, and local media interest make it difficult for Andi Carillo and Jeff Michaels to keep both of their basketball teams on track"--OCLC.
Feeling bad about last year's Field Day, in which her slow running cost the relay team a victory, Nancy, who enjoys using fancy words, finds herself facing another Field Day and another relay race with a mean classmate.
Now at different schools, Ricky and Anthony's friendship is tested when they find themselves on opposing basketball teams, leaving Ricky to decide whether he is willing to let his new team down if it means making his best friend happy.
"A boy and his pet dragon play soccer with friends and learn about sportsmanship. An adapted, early emergent reader that includes a picture glossary, common sight words list, activities, and a note to caregivers"--Provided by publisher.
"A boy and his pet dragon play basketball with friends and learn good sportsmanship. An adapted, early emergent reader that includes a picture glossary, common sight words list, activities, and a note to caregivers"--Provided by publisher.
Told in two voices, Jeff stands by his teammate, Andi, who fights to get on the sixth-grade soccer team and then must face opponents who target her for being a girl.
Provides an introduction to dance, including the gear, lessons, and importance of good sportsmanship. Includes a special activity that helps kids build a basic dance skill.
