Off the Wall
by Camilla Reghelini Rivers
Off the Wall is a fast-paced, boisterous story with lots of plot twists and plenty of soccer to keep young readers amused.
Indoor soccer is what Lizzie does best. At school other kids bug her and her teacher thinks she's a troublemaker, but during a game she feels focused, free.
Lately, however, her younger sister Shelby has taken up the game. Shelby's a nice kid, but she leads a charmed life--she copies everything Lizzie does, then does it better. Soon Shelby is a soccer star and her team is challenging Lizzie's in tournament play. When the girls are pitted against each other on the field, hurt feelings fuel a brutal competition, with dangerous results.
Off the Wall shows the difficulty of acknowledging the best qualities in those we love, and in ourselves.
Lately, however, her younger sister Shelby has taken up the game. Shelby's a nice kid, but she leads a charmed life--she copies everything Lizzie does, then does it better. Soon Shelby is a soccer star and her team is challenging Lizzie's in tournament play. When the girls are pitted against each other on the field, hurt feelings fuel a brutal competition, with dangerous results.
Off the Wall shows the difficulty of acknowledging the best qualities in those we love, and in ourselves.
About the Author
Subjects (BISAC)
Similar Titles
-
Out of Bounds
Jay must switch schools after a house fire. He must either give up the basketball season or play alongside his rival at his new school.$12.95, PaperbackInterest ages: 10-13Reading level: Grade 3
Rebound
A diagnosis of childhood arthritis threatens C.J.'s dream of one day making it to the national basketball team.$8.95, PaperbackInterest ages: 10-13Reading level: Grade 4Lexile Reading Level: 800L
Miss Little's Losers
The Brunswick Valley School soccer team haven't won a game all season long. When their coach resigns, the only person who will coach them is Miss Little ... their former kindergarten teacher!$16.95, HardcoverInterest ages: 9-13Reading level: Grade 4Lexile Reading Level: 770L
Shopping Cart