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From the Series Lorimer Sports Stories

  • Interest Level: Grade 4 - Grade 8
  • Reading Level: Grade 3

Eighth-grader Emma is the tallest person in her class. While she used to be into sports in a big way, now that she’s hanging out with her new best friend, other things have become more important—like clothes and makeup and fitting in. When Emma gets roped into volunteering for the girls’ volleyball team, she feels the urge to play again. First, though, she’ll have to overcome her fear of what her new friends will say if she does.

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978-1-4594-0528-8
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Interest Level Grade 4 - Grade 8
Reading Level Grade 3
Genre High/Low
Copyright 2013
Publisher James Lorimer and Company Ltd., Publishers
Imprint Lorimer Children & Teens
Language English
Number of Pages 120
Publication Date 2016-09-01
Text Type Fiction
BISACS JUV039060, JUV032000, JUV086000
Dewey [Fic]
Dimensions 5 x 7.75
Lexile 580
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Lorimer Sports Stories

Realistic, action-packed sports stories for reluctant middle-grade readers. Each book covers a contemporary theme—like bullying, friendship or prejudice—set against the backdrop of a specific sport. The themes will appeal to kids who play sports, such as rivalry, teamwork, competition… View available downloads →