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Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2002 · Est. 3.5 hour read
Goalkeeper in Charge
Written by Matt Christopher
Part of the Matt Christopher Sports Classics series
A shy soccer player faces the spotlight as she's asked to become goalkeeper. Can she rise to the challenge?
3.8 Goodreads · 43 ratings
144 pages· 24,163 words· Est. 3.5 hour read· ~650L
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Bookroo's summary
Tina Esparza cherishes soccer for its team spirit, where no single player stands out. But when her coach unexpectedly asks her to train as goalkeeper, Tina must confront her shyness and step into the spotlight. Will she embrace this new role, or will her fear hold her back? As the pressure mounts, Tina's journey becomes a test of courage and self-discovery. Can she find the confidence to lead her team from the goalpost, or will she retreat into the shadows? Discover Tina's struggle and triumph in this heartwarming tale of growth and teamwork.
From the publisher
Tina Esparza loves everything about soccer, but especially the fact that it is a team sport where no one player is in the spotlight. Imagine her surprise when the coach asks her to train as goalkeeper. Will Tina be able to overcome her shyness and accept the position that makes her stand out?
At a glance
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 144
- Words
- 24,163
- Reading age
- 8–11
- Audience
- Juvenile Reader
- Lexile
- ~650L
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The fine print
Book details
Reading levels
- ATOS
- 4.2
- F&P level
- ~P
- AR points
- 3
- AR interest level
- MG
- AR quiz
- 67165
Publication
- Published
- September 1, 2002
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Chapter Book
Identifiers
- ISBN
- 9780316075480
- LCCN
- 2002102952
- OCLC
- 50436063
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