Most Valuable Players
A Rip & Red Book
$32.57
- Paperback
240 pages
- Release Date
28 May 2019
Summary
It’s fifth-grade graduation time for Rip and Red, and as part of the celebration, Hoops Machine, the Harlem Globetrotters-like basketball team, is paying a visit. Rip has been chosen to perform with them, but before this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, the boys need to finish their schoolwork—including taking their middle-school placement tests. However, when the students of Room 208 begin to question the assessments, a mini opt-out movement gains momentum. All of a sudden, Hoops Machine, mid…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781250308535 |
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| ISBN-10: | 1250308534 |
| Author: | Phil Bildner, Tim Probert |
| Publisher: | St Martin's Press |
| Imprint: | St Martin's Press |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 240 |
| Release Date: | 28 May 2019 |
| Weight: | 182g |
| Dimensions: | 198mm x 129mm |
| Series: | Rip and Red |
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Praise for the Rip and Red Series
“The book depicts the evolution of a group of fifth graders who learn a lot, grow a lot, and help one another … The charming and diverse characters [are] pure fun with a lot of heart.” –School Library Journal on A Whole New Ballgame
“If the students are inspiring, so is [their teacher] Mr. Acevedo, who risks his job to do such radical things as reading aloud and encouraging free reading. (He’s supposed to be preparing the kids to take tests!) Probert’s cartoonish illustrations lend energy and personality to the likable cast of characters.” –Kirkus Reviews on A Whole New Ballgame
“This warm slice-of-life novel from Bildner engages and entertains … Probert’s energetic illustrations match the positive exuberance of the story.” –Publishers Weekly on A Whole New Ballgame
“This fast, fun read featuring characters who love books as much as basketball will appeal to sports fans and nonathletes alike.” –School Library Journal on Rookie of the Year
“A diverse cast of characters highlights this good-natured, high-spirited slice of life.” –Kirkus Reviews on Rookie of the Year
“Bildner’s diverse cast of characters is what energizes this tremendously engaging story … Another solid volume in a fun and lively series.” –Kirkus Reviews on Tournament of Champions
About The Author
Phil Bildner
Phil Bildner is a former New York City public school teacher and lives in Newburgh, New York. The author of many books, he speaks at numerous schools and libraries every year.
Tim Probert also illustrated Kim Baker’s novel Pickle. He lives in New York City.
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