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3.99 AVERAGE
3.99 AVERAGE
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
A story of a friendship that marries basketball and autism and introduces different abilities without stereotypes. Though my 4 year old was a bit young to understand some of the social concepts, I appreciated the way the author shared character details that allows the reader to draw their own conclusions. These are books I’ll look for when my son is in upper elementary to help him navigate differences and play-by-play basketball!
Updated review -- I read this aloud to my class and am bumping up to 4 stars (from 3). We all loved it! I enjoyed a lot of the little details in the book. Again, I didn't appreciate the use of the word "frigging" or "crap" -- not sure those have a place in middle grade novels...
This book would make a great beginning of the year read aloud, although I didn't love the use of the word "frigging". There were a couple of instances where the story fit together a little too well that gave it an inauthentic feel. That being said my fourth graders will love it!
This book would make a great beginning of the year read aloud, although I didn't love the use of the word "frigging". There were a couple of instances where the story fit together a little too well that gave it an inauthentic feel. That being said my fourth graders will love it!
A fun book about the importance of friendship for everyone. Excellent for middle grades!
funny
hopeful
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
A nice read, with a grade 5 teacher I would have loved.
Boo-yah! I love this book so much! On my best days, I hope I'm at least a little like Mr. Acevedo. I know for sure we share the same philosophy that good teaching and active learning trumps test prep any day. I love the diversity of the characters. Rip's essay on p. 191 about being unique...when you read that page, stop and read They All Saw a Cat. Perfect text/text connection!
I think this will be my next read aloud. And it looks like perhaps the theme for this year's read alouds might be school stories. We'll see.
I think this will be my next read aloud. And it looks like perhaps the theme for this year's read alouds might be school stories. We'll see.
At first glance, it seems like it's going to be another sports book (which is not that appealing for me), but it is more than that. It is a story of friendship and new experiences.
Fantastic book with great characters that has quite an impassioned plea for the quality of a good education. This book is sympathetic, and would be a wonderful resource for new teachers, parents AND students.