Kayak Combat
by Eric Howling
Cody is about to find out what it's like to no longer be the best kayaker in his club, and learn a few lessons about competition along the way.
Kayak Combat is set in the highly competitive sport of kayak racing.
When it's announced that Cody's Calgary kayaking club will host a Canada-wide competition, no one doubts that Cody will represent them. He is the team's best paddler, after all. But Cody and the others aren't counting on a new guy from Ontario arriving who can out-paddle them all. Cody's desire to be the best is put to the test one stormy day when he notices his rival's kayak missing from the clubhouse. Cody has a choice to make: attempt a solo rescue, or eliminate the competition...
This story about overcoming rivalry and learning to put others first is sure to make a splash with reluctant readers.
About the Author
Reviews
"I love reading stories where it is obvious that the author really knows their setting...A great read."
Rated E [Excellent, enduring, everyone should see it!
Rated E [Excellent, enduring, everyone should see it!
Susan Miller, Resource Links - Vol. 16, No. 1
"For middle school male sports enthusiasts, Howling's novel will quickly grasp and hold their attention."
CM Magazine
Awards
Hackmatack Childrens Choice Book Award
2011
Best Books for Kids & Teens -- Canadian Children's Book Centre
2011
One of the Year's Best -- Resource Links
2010
Subjects (BISAC)
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