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Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 1991 · Est. 3 hour read
Skateboard Tough
Part of the Matt Christopher Sports Classics series
A mysterious skateboard grants power but harbors a dark secret.
3.7/5 Goodreads · 152 ratings
168 pages· 22,743 words· Est. 3 hour read
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Bookroo's summary
Brett discovers a skateboard, "The Lizard," buried in his backyard. It grants him incredible skills, transforming his tricks into feats of wonder. Yet, an unsettling feeling lingers—could this board be cursed? As Brett's talent soars, so does the shadow of doubt. What sinister force lies beneath the surface of his newfound prowess? Brett must uncover the truth before it's too late.
From the publisher
The first time Brett steps on “The Lizard, “ the mysterious skateboard unearthed in his backyard, he can feel its power. He can do amazing tricks on it that he was never able to do on his old board. Brett should be on top of the world – so why can’t he shake the feeling that there’s something evil about The Lizard?
At a glance
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 168
- Words
- 22,743
- Reading age
- 8–11
- Audience
- Juvenile Reader
- Lexile
- 720L
Themes & topics
The author
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The fine print
Book details
Reading levels
- ATOS
- 4.5
- F&P level
- ~Q
- AR points
- 3
- AR interest level
- MG
- AR quiz
- 5385
Publication
- Published
- September 1, 1994
- First published
- January 1, 1991
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Chapter Book
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