Slam Dunk
Sale price
$674
Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2004 · Est. 3 hour read

Slam Dunk

Written by Matt Christopher

Part of the Matt Christopher Sports Classics series

A young athlete faces pressure and a friend's crisis, seeking balance.

3.8 Goodreads · 74 ratings
128 pages· 22,192 words· Est. 3 hour read· 720L
$6.99Save 4%

In stock. Also at Amazon or Bookshop.

Bookroo's summary

Thirteen-year-old Julian, the last player from last year's champion team, feels the weight of expectations as the new school year begins. Amidst the pressure, a friend's unexpected health crisis forces him to reevaluate his priorities. Can Julian find a way to balance his passion for basketball with the realities of life off the court? As he navigates these challenges, Julian must discover what truly matters and how to support those he cares about. Will he rise to the occasion, or will the pressure prove too much?

From the publisher

When a new school year starts, and thirteen-year-old basketball star Julian feels a lot of pressure as he realizes he is the only remaining player from last year’s winning team, a friend’s health crisis helps him regain perspective.

At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
128
Words
22,192
Reading age
8–11
Audience
Middle Grade
Lexile
720L
Themes & topics
The author

More from Matt Christopher

Explore Matt's bookshelf
The series

The Matt Christopher Sports Classics series

See the whole series
Your next read

Books that feel like this one

See all similar books
The fine print

Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
4.4
F&P level
~Q
AR points
3
AR interest level
MG
AR quiz
80137
Publication
Published
August 18, 2004
First published
August 1, 2004
Publisher
Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780316607629
LCCN
2003052094
OCLC
671746697

Surprise a reader with their next favorite book.

Spotted a mistake or something missing? Improve this page.

Are you the author or illustrator? Claim your book.

Top contributors: Literary Leslie · Elaine R.