Title
The Contest
Call Number
J F KORMAN
J F KORMAN
Summary
Fierce competition ensues when four kids from across the country compete to be the youngest person to ever climb Mt. Everest, in the first book in a thrilling adventure series by #1 "New York Times"-bestselling author Korman.
Fierce competition ensues when four kids from across the country compete to be the youngest person to ever climb Mt. Everest, in the first book in a thrilling adventure series by #1 "New York Times"-bestselling author Korman.
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J F KRISHNASWAMI
J F KRISHNASWAMI
Summary
Nine-year-old Maria Singh learns to play softball just like her heroes in the All-American Girls' League, while her parents and neighbors are struggling through World War II, working for India's independence, and trying to stay on their farmland.
Nine-year-old Maria Singh learns to play softball just like her heroes in the All-American Girls' League, while her parents and neighbors are struggling through World War II, working for India's independence, and trying to stay on their farmland.
Title
Tackling Dad
Call Number
J F LEVY
J F LEVY
Summary
When Cassie tries out for the middle school football team, she faces unexpected opposition from her father, a former professional football player.
When Cassie tries out for the middle school football team, she faces unexpected opposition from her father, a former professional football player.
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J F LIEN
J F LIEN
Summary
Peasprout Chen dreams of becoming a legend of wu liu, the deadly and beautiful art of martial arts figure skating. As the first students from the rural country of Shin to attend Pearl Famous Academy of Skate and Sword, Peasprout and her little brother, Cricket, have some pretty big skates to fill. They soon find themselves in a heated competition for top ranking. Tensions rise when the dazzling pearl buildings of the academy are vandalized, and outsider Peasprout is blamed for the attacks by her rivals ... and even some friends. Now she must uncover the true vandal to ensure peace between Shin and Peal -- all while becoming a champion.
Peasprout Chen dreams of becoming a legend of wu liu, the deadly and beautiful art of martial arts figure skating. As the first students from the rural country of Shin to attend Pearl Famous Academy of Skate and Sword, Peasprout and her little brother, Cricket, have some pretty big skates to fill. They soon find themselves in a heated competition for top ranking. Tensions rise when the dazzling pearl buildings of the academy are vandalized, and outsider Peasprout is blamed for the attacks by her rivals ... and even some friends. Now she must uncover the true vandal to ensure peace between Shin and Peal -- all while becoming a champion.
Call Number
J F LONG
J F LONG
Summary
In the late 1800s, a baseball with strange powers belonging to their late father works wonders for three children and a travelling baseball team which must raise $10,000.
In the late 1800s, a baseball with strange powers belonging to their late father works wonders for three children and a travelling baseball team which must raise $10,000.
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J F LORD
J F LORD
Summary
In 1947, a Chinese child comes to Brooklyn where she becomes Americanized at school, in her apartment building, and by her love for baseball.
In 1947, a Chinese child comes to Brooklyn where she becomes Americanized at school, in her apartment building, and by her love for baseball.
Title
Fantasy League
Call Number
J F LUPICA
J F LUPICA
Summary
In Los Angeles, twelve-year-old Charlie's skill at fantasy football gains the attention of both the local media and the owner of a professional football team.
In Los Angeles, twelve-year-old Charlie's skill at fantasy football gains the attention of both the local media and the owner of a professional football team.
Title
Fast Break
Call Number
J F LUPICA
J F LUPICA
Summary
Since his mother's death, Jayson, twelve, has focused on basketball and surviving but he is found out and placed with an affluent foster family of a different race, and must learn to accept many changes, including facing his former teammates in a championship game.
Since his mother's death, Jayson, twelve, has focused on basketball and surviving but he is found out and placed with an affluent foster family of a different race, and must learn to accept many changes, including facing his former teammates in a championship game.
Title
Snowfall Surprise
Call Number
J F MASON
J F MASON
Summary
Savannah Heglund is going to have the best birthday ever--she's spending a whole week at her family's mountain cabin with her two best friends, snowboarding and sledding and ice-skating the days away. But then all her plans go downhill, fast: On the very first day, Savvy takes a spill on her snowboard. Her perfect birthday is ruined ... and worse, her friends seem to be having more fun without her. Savvy feels snowed in, but maybe the biggest surprise is yet to come!
Savannah Heglund is going to have the best birthday ever--she's spending a whole week at her family's mountain cabin with her two best friends, snowboarding and sledding and ice-skating the days away. But then all her plans go downhill, fast: On the very first day, Savvy takes a spill on her snowboard. Her perfect birthday is ruined ... and worse, her friends seem to be having more fun without her. Savvy feels snowed in, but maybe the biggest surprise is yet to come!
Title
Winning Team
Call Number
J F MOCEANU
J F MOCEANU
Summary
When twelve-year-old Britt's family moves to Houston so she can train at an elite gym she looks forward to being part of a team, but after alienating the other girls and failing to impress her coaches, Britt begins to figure out what teamwork really means.
When twelve-year-old Britt's family moves to Houston so she can train at an elite gym she looks forward to being part of a team, but after alienating the other girls and failing to impress her coaches, Britt begins to figure out what teamwork really means.
Title
Saving the Team
Call Number
J F MORGAN
J F MORGAN
Summary
After moving to California, seventh-grader Devin is afraid she will not make the soccer team but finds, instead, a team is so bad that she is compelled to take the lead and turn it into something the players and coach can all be proud of.
After moving to California, seventh-grader Devin is afraid she will not make the soccer team but finds, instead, a team is so bad that she is compelled to take the lead and turn it into something the players and coach can all be proud of.
Call Number
J F PARATORE
J F PARATORE
Summary
Whether the prize is a soccer trophy or the esteem of Danville's elite, the McGinn family believes in winning, but while striving to prove he can be best at something, sixth-grader Mack inadvertently demonstrates to his parents and older brother what really matters most.
Whether the prize is a soccer trophy or the esteem of Danville's elite, the McGinn family believes in winning, but while striving to prove he can be best at something, sixth-grader Mack inadvertently demonstrates to his parents and older brother what really matters most.
Title
Keeping Score
Call Number
J F PARK
J F PARK
Summary
In Brooklyn in 1951, a die-hard Giants fan teaches nine-year-old Maggie, who is a "Bums" (Dodgers) fan, how to use a technique to keep score of a baseball game which creates a special friendship between them.
In Brooklyn in 1951, a die-hard Giants fan teaches nine-year-old Maggie, who is a "Bums" (Dodgers) fan, how to use a technique to keep score of a baseball game which creates a special friendship between them.
Call Number
J F PATNEAUDE
J F PATNEAUDE
Summary
After they hear stories about their baseball field being haunted by the ghost of a boy who died there many years ago, twelve-year-old Nelson and his teammates start finding mysterious messages written in the dirt.
After they hear stories about their baseball field being haunted by the ghost of a boy who died there many years ago, twelve-year-old Nelson and his teammates start finding mysterious messages written in the dirt.
Title
Keeper
Call Number
J F PEET
J F PEET
Summary
In an interview with a young journalist, World Cup hero, El Gato, describes his youth in the Brazilian rain forest and the events, experiences, and people that helped make him a great goalkeeper and renowned soccer star.
In an interview with a young journalist, World Cup hero, El Gato, describes his youth in the Brazilian rain forest and the events, experiences, and people that helped make him a great goalkeeper and renowned soccer star.