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156 pp.
| Simon/Wiseman |
October, 2007 |
TradeISBN 978-1-4169-3618-3$15.99
(4)
4-6
With Paul Mantell. After collaborating on three semi-autobiographical picture books, the Barbers try their hands at a novel, in which young Tiki and Ronde are nervous about starting junior high. Football tryouts and competition are central to the story; a subplot involving community action widens its appeal. There's some awkward dialogue, but the twins offer strong modeling of sportsmanship and perseverance. Glos.