Hook Shot Hero
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2011 · Est. 2.5 hour read

Hook Shot Hero

By Matt Christopher

Part of the Matt Christopher Sports Classics series

A young mentor faces bullies and self-doubt at basketball camp.

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144 pages· 18,849 words· Est. 2.5 hour read
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Tim Daniels returns to Camp Wikasaukee, tasked with mentoring three rookies while battling his own insecurities about his height. As he contends with a camp bully, Tim must find a way to inspire his team. With the help of NCAA pro Dick Dunbar, Tim learns a game-changing shot that boosts his confidence. Can he overcome these challenges and make his mark? This story is packed with court action and valuable lessons, capturing the essence of teamwork and perseverance.

From the publisher

Tim Daniels is back at Camp Wikasaukee with rest of the gang from Nothin’ But Net, serving as a mentor to three young rookies, and he’s got his hands full! He’s still working on keeping his height from getting in the way of his game–he’s shorter than most of the guys. Plus, he’s got a bully on his hands, and he’s got to find a way to inspire his campers. Good thing NCAA pro Dick Dunbar is there to help Tim with a super-cool shot that gives him the confidence to make his mark at camp. Packed with on the court action and useful lessons about the game, this is story that gets to the heart of what team sports are all about–and because it comes from Matt Christopher, young readers know they’re getting the best sports writing on the shelf.

At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
144
Words
18,849
Reading age
8–11
Audience
Juvenile Reader
Lexile
750L
Themes & topics
Books about friendshipBooks about basketballBooks about sports and recreationBooks about confidenceBooks about camps
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
4.8
F&P level
~R
AR points
3
AR interest level
MG
AR quiz
143963
Publication
Published
May 10, 2011
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780316102964

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