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Hot hand -
Mike Lupica.
Cataloging in Publication
New York : Philomel Books, 2007.
p. cm.
Annotations:
- "A Comeback Kids novel."
In the wake of his parents' separation, ten-year-old Billy seems to have continual conflicts with his father, who is also his basketball coach, but his quiet, younger brother Ben, a piano prodigy, is having even more trouble adjusting, and only Billy seems to notice.
Reading Measurement Programs:
Accelerated Reader
Interest Level Middle Grade
Book Level 5
Accelerated Reader Points 4
Lexile, MetaMetrics, Inc.
Lexile Measure 930
Reading Counts-Scholastic
Interest Level 3-5
Reading Level 6
Title Point Value 8
Lexile Measure 930
Reviews:
- Carlee Hallman (Children's Literature)
Billy is mad when his dad moves out because he, his brother Ben, and their sister are often left with the nanny while their mother is away on business. Ben, a piano prodigy, is also upset by the parent’s separation. He is so quiet that no one notices his anguish until Billy discovers that Ben is not going to his piano lessons. Basketball gives Billy his happiest moments, in spite of the fact that his dad, as the coach, comes down hard on him. Billy likes to shoot as often as possible and is backed up by his friend Lenny. Billy’s dad wants him to learn to pass and be part of the team. The crisis comes when the final basketball game and Ben’s recital are scheduled for the same time. Billy has to choose between playing in his game and supporting his younger brother. This is part of the “Comeback Kids” series. Against the background of his parent’s separation, Billy tries to balance his own needs with the needs of his team and his family. 2007, Philomel Books/Penguin, $9.99. Ages 8 to 12.Jeremy Rogers (Library Media Connection, January 2008)
Fast-paced and action-packed, this series will naturally appeal to any young sports fan. Readers will be taken on a suspenseful journey through the course of two adolescents' sports seasons, one playing football and the other playing basketball. These adolescents have their "love for the game" tested by major real-world obstacles that they must either manage or overcome. Educators will also appreciate that the series focuses on working cooperatively with others, being a good teammate, and displaying honesty and integrity, both on and off the playing field. In Hot Hand, for instance, Billy is a fifth grader who is having trouble trying to understand his parents' recent separation. Billy must face his challenges on the court and at home. In Two Minute Drill, Scott seems to be the smartest kid in the sixth grade but the worst player on the football team. Scott and the star quarterback, Chris, must each overcome their hurdles to remain a part of the team. By using simple vocabulary and clear ideas, this series seems best geared for mid-elementary to early middle school readers. Recommended. 2007, Philomel Books (Penguin Young Readers Group), 176pp. ea., $9.99 ea. hc. Ages 8 to 12. Subjects:
- Family problems Fiction.
Fathers and sons Fiction.
Basketball Fiction.
Brothers and sisters Fiction.
Bullies Fiction.
| Language | Call Number | LCCN | Dewey Decimal | ISBN/ISSN |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| English (eng) | PZ7.L97914 Ho 2007 |
2006034562 |
[Fic] |
9780399247149 |