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Griffis, Molly Levite
2 Reviews
(3)
4-6
This accessible biography of Andrew Payne, winner of the 1928 "First Annual International Trans-Continental Foot Race," a 3,423-mile race from Los Angeles to New York City, focuses on Payne's strength of character as well as his physical endurance. Griffis's conversational narrative provides insight, and young runners may be inspired by this little-known American hero.
Reviewer: Tamara DePasquale
(4)
4-6
In this sequel to The Rachel Resistance, fifth-grader John Alan Feester continues adjusting to life in Oklahoma after moving from California. Set during World War II and filled with period detail, the story meanders as John Alan befriends a silent classmate and declares a truce with his former enemy Rachel. The novel's glossary seems unnecessary, especially since many of the included terms are already defined in the text.
Reviewer: Peter D. Sieruta
2 reviews
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