Game Changers
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2012 · Est. 6.5 hour read

Game Changers

By Mike Lupica

Book #1 in the Game Changers series

A young athlete must choose between friendship and his dream of being quarterback.

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224 pages· 48,310 words· Est. 6.5 hour read
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Ben McBain is the ultimate team player, but he dreams of being the starting quarterback. The only obstacle? Shawn, the coach's son, who struggles despite his pedigree. As Ben grapples with loyalty and ambition, an unexpected chance arises, threatening to change everything. Can Ben balance friendship with his own aspirations, or will the pressure of the game force him to choose? Discover the twists and turns of sportsmanship and rivalry in this gripping tale of dreams and dilemmas.

From the publisher

Mike Lupica presents his NEW YORK TIMES bestselling series in paperback!Ben McBain is every football team’s dream player. He’s a jack-of-all-trades guy that can handle almost any position. When the game is on the line, Ben’s number is the one being called for the final play. But Ben wants to be the starting quarterback and the one thing standing in his way is the coach’s son.Shawn O’Brien looks the part. He has been groomed by his father, a former professional quarterback. But despite his size and arm strength, Shawn is struggling. Ben is torn between being a good teammate and going after his own dream. As Ben finds out, Shawn isn’t the easiest person to help. And when Ben gets an unexpected opportunity, the entire game will change for the both of them.Best-selling author Mike Lupica kicks off a winning new series about sports and friendship that will captivate readers.

At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
224
Words
48,310
Reading age
8–12
Audience
Middle Grade
Lexile
870L
Themes & topics
Books about friendshipBooks about sports and recreationBooks about footballBooks about sportsBooks about family
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
5.2
F&P level
~U
AR points
7
AR interest level
MG
AR quiz
151569
Publication
Published
July 30, 2013
First published
May 1, 2012
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780545381796

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