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Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 1966 · Est. 2.5 hour read
Long Shot for Paul
Part of the Matt Christopher Sports Classics series
Can Glenn help his brother become a basketball player?
3.9/5 Goodreads · 85 ratings
155 pages· 17,053 words· Est. 2.5 hour read
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Bookroo's summary
Glenn Marlett faces a challenge: turning his developmentally disabled brother, Paul, into a basketball player for the Sabers. As Paul brings energy and friendliness to the court, Glenn must navigate team dynamics and acceptance. Will the Sabers embrace Paul, or will Glenn's efforts fall short? Discover the heartwarming journey of brotherhood and perseverance.
From the publisher
Glenn Marlette is determined to make his brother Paul a decent basketball player and member of his team, the Sabers. Paul is bursting with friendliness and energy, but one thing sets him apart - he is developmentally disabled. Can Glenn help his teammates learn to accept his brother?
At a glance
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 155
- Words
- 17,053
- Reading age
- 8–11
- Audience
- Juvenile Reader
- Lexile
- 630L
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The fine print
Book details
Reading levels
- ATOS
- 4
- F&P level
- ~O
- AR points
- 2
- AR interest level
- MG
- AR quiz
- 5372
Publication
- Published
- September 4, 1990
- First published
- January 1, 1966
- Publisher
- Little, Brown and Company
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Chapter Book
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