Aven Green Soccer Machine

Written by Dusti Bowling · Illustrated by Gina Perry

Part of the Aven Green series

Can Aven learn to share the spotlight when a new teammate arrives?

4.2 Goodreads · 107 ratings

112 pages· 670L

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Bookroo's summary

Third-grader Aven Green, a soccer whiz with secret moves, faces a challenge when her friend Sujata joins the team. As the decision for team captain looms, Aven must navigate the tricky waters of friendship and teamwork. Will she learn to let others shine, or will her competitive spirit get in the way? Discover how Aven tackles the ups and downs of being a team player in this delightful chapter book adventure.

From the publisher

Aven Green, the remarkable heroine of Dusti Bowling’s Life of a Cactus series, marches to her own beat in this hilarious, upbeat, and unforgettable chapter book. Third-grader Aven Green is an expert soccer player. She even has her own top secret moves! But when her friend Sujata joins the team, Aven has a hard time learning to help the new player shine. When the time comes to choose a new team captain, will Aven learn to share the spotlight and understand what it means to be a team player? Praise for Aven Green Music Machine: “Realistic, affirming, and uplifting.” –Kirkus Reviews, starred review Praise for Aven Green Sleuthing Machine: “Bowling’s beloved “Life of a Cactus” protagonist returns in a new series of chapter books that capture her life as third grader. . . . Young readers will laugh aloud at Aven’s funny reactions . . . [and] they will be intrigued by the practical skills she has perfected. . . . This chapter book companion to Bowling’s well-loved middle-grade series is a recommended purchase.” –School Library Journal (Starred review)

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