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Shadow Over Second
Matt Christopher, 1996
62 pages
Why to read
Exciting sports-themed adventure stimulates children's imagination.
Features relatable, realistic child characters enhancing connectivity.
Encourages teamwork and sportsmanship values in young readers.
Provides a fun, engaging way to boost reading skills.
Shadow Over Second
Matt Christopher, 1996
Award winning
The Lucky Baseball Bat
Matt Christopher, 1954
288 pages
Why to read
Inspires confidence through sports-themed storytelling. - Builds resilience, teaches value of perseverance. - Engages young readers with dynamic narrative. - Addresses overcoming fears and embracing challenges.
The Lucky Baseball Bat
Matt Christopher, 1954
Award winning
Soccer 'Cats: Making the Save (Soccer Cats Book 11)
Matt Christopher, 2004
64 pages
Why to read
Fosters teamwork and sportsmanship values.
Enhances understanding of soccer techniques and rules.
Builds resilience and goal-setting through sports narrative.
Engaging story encourages frequent reading.
Soccer 'Cats: Making the Save (Soccer Cats Book 11)
Matt Christopher, 2004
Award winning
The Extreme Team: Into the Danger Zone
Matt Christopher, 2004
64 pages
Why to read
Exciting adventure that captivates young readers.
Encourages teamwork and courage among peers.
Enhances decision-making and strategic thinking.
Perfect for boosting reader confidence and interest.
The Extreme Team: Into the Danger Zone
Matt Christopher, 2004
Award winning
Dog That Called the Signals
Matt Christopher, 1982
28 pages
Why to read
Encourages teamwork and cooperation among young readers.
Illustrates importance of perseverance through challenges.
Combines sports excitement with valuable life lessons.
Enhances vocabulary and comprehension through engaging narrative.
Dog That Called the Signals
Matt Christopher, 1982
Award winning
Way of the Warrior Kid 5: Letters From Uncle Jake
Matt Christopher, Jocko Willink, Byron Goto, 1973
151 pages
Why to read
Engages with themes of resilience and perseverance.
Enhances understanding of discipline and hard work.
Strengthens family bonds through shared reading.
Emphasizes importance of personal growth and learning.
Way of the Warrior Kid 5: Letters From Uncle Jake
Matt Christopher, Jocko Willink, Byron Goto, 1973
Award winning
The Drama Llama: A story about soothing anxiety
Rachel Morrisroe, 2024
40 pages
Why to read
Addresses anxiety with engaging, relatable storytelling.
Encourages emotional development and self-soothing techniques.
Supports early literacy with simple, rhythmic text.
Ideal for shared reading, fostering parent-child bonds.
The Drama Llama: A story about soothing anxiety
Rachel Morrisroe, 2024
Award winning
Karen's Haircut
Ann M. Martin, 2023
144 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of change and personal growth.
Encourages children to embrace new experiences.
Supports development of self-confidence.
Ideal for shared parent-child reading moments.
