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The Crossover (Graphic Novel)
Ages 10–12 · 2014
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Chapter Book · Ages 10–12 · 2016 · Est. 2 hour read
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Written by Kwame Alexander
Part of the The Crossover series
A soccer-loving boy faces family struggles, a bully, and first love, discovering the power of words along the way.
4.2/5 Goodreads · 20,193 ratings
314 pages· 19,652 words· Est. 2 hour read
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Bookroo's summary
Twelve-year-old Nick is passionate about soccer but struggles with family issues, a school bully, and impressing his crush. As he navigates these challenges, he discovers the transformative power of words, aided by his best friend Coby and a rapping librarian named The Mac. Will Nick find his voice and balance his love for the game with the complexities of life? This novel-in-verse captures the highs and lows of a young boy's journey, blending the excitement of a World Cup match with heartfelt moments of growth and self-discovery.
From the publisher
In this middle grade novel-in-verseby the Newbery Medal-winning and Coretta Scott King Honor Award-winningauthor of”The Crossover, “a””twelve-year-old, soccer-loving boy namedNick, absolutely hates books. In Kwame Alexander’s latest poetictour de force, it’sbooks versus soccer balls ina match-upyou won’t want to miss! “
At a glance
- Format
- Pages
- 314
- Words
- 19,652
- Reading age
- 10–12
- Audience
- Middle Grade
- Lexile
- 660L
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The fine print
Book details
Reading levels
- ATOS
- 3.9
- F&P level
- ~P
- AR points
- 3
- AR interest level
- MG
- AR quiz
- 181133
Publication
- Published
- April 5, 2016
- Publisher
- Clarion Books
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Chapter Book
Identifiers
- ISBN
- 9780544570986
- LCCN
- 2015033312
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