Book Information
- Series: Lorimer Sports Stories
- Imprint: James Lorimer & Company Ltd., Publishers
- Publication Date: 30 May 2007
- Copyright Year: 2007
- ISBN: 9781550289688
- Replaced By: Cross-Check!
- Page Count: 112
- Dimensions: 5" x 7.75"
- Interest ages: 10-13
- Reading level: Grade 3
Purchasing Information
Cross-Check!
by Lorna Schultz Nicholson
Josh, Peter, and Sam are thrilled to be reunited at a hockey tournament in Kelowna, but a lot has changed. All three boys now play on different teams. Can they remain friends as they all compete to be in the gold medal game?
Lorna Schultz Nicholson's popular characters Josh, Peter, and Sam are thrilled to be reunited at a hockey tournament in Kelowna, but a lot has changed. Sam now lives in Ottawa, Josh is dealing with his diabetes, Peter is becoming a major star, and all three boys play on different teams. Can they remain friends as they all compete to be in the gold medal game?
About the Author

Reviews
"The strength of this book is in the strongly portrayed behaviour of young boys who constantly set up situations in which they can compete. Written to a Grade 3 level vocabulary, the book will appeal to struggling readers who are into hockey."
Joan Marshall, Resource Links
Awards
Best Books for Kids & Teens - Canadian Children's Book Centre
2008
Subjects (BISAC)
JUVENILE FICTION / People & Places / Canada / General, JUVENILE FICTION / Social Themes / Adolescence & Coming of Age, JUVENILE FICTION / Social Themes / Friendship
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